Printing from USB Flash Drive

 If you want to print a PDF file directly from a USB flash drive on an HP printer, follow these steps:

Step-by-Step Guide: Printing from USB Flash Drive

1. Prepare Your USB Drive

   • Ensure your PDF file is saved on the USB drive.

   • Use FAT32 format (most HP printers support this).

   • Avoid subfolders (save the PDF directly in the root directory).

2. Insert the USB into the Printer

   • Locate the USB port on your HP printer (usually on the front or side).

   • Insert the USB drive carefully.

3. Access Files on the Printer’s Display

   • On the printer’s touchscreen/control panel, go to:

     • "Print" or "USB" option (varies by model).

     • Some printers show "Print from USB" or "File Print".

   • If only photos appear, check if your printer supports PDF printing (some older models only read JPEG/PNG).

4. Select & Print the PDF

   • Navigate to your PDF file.

   • Adjust print settings (copies, color, paper size).

   • Press "Print".

Troubleshooting

• Printer doesn’t detect USB?

  • Try a different USB port or reformat the drive to FAT32.

• PDF not showing?

  • Convert the PDF to JPEG/PNG (if printer doesn’t support PDFs).

  • Use HP Smart App (if available) to print wirelessly.

Alternative: Print via Computer

1. Plug the USB into a PC/laptop.

2. Open the PDF → Press Ctrl + P → Select your HP printer.