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Q: Can I turn off Windows protected print mode once I turn it on?
A: For more information on how to disable Windows protected print mode, see How to disable Windows protected print mode.
Q: Will I lose custom driver features after turning on Windows protected print mode??
A: Your printer manufacturer will still be able to provide custom features via Print Support Apps (PSAs).
Q: What happens to non-compatible printers when Windows protected print mode is enabled?
A: Non-compatible printers are uninstalled and will be not able to be reinstalled while Windows protected print mode is enabled. Compatible printers will be able to be reinstalled.
Q: Will my non-compatible printers be reinstalled when I disable Windows protected print mode?
A: If you disable Windows protected print mode, you'll have to manually reinstall any noncompatible printers.
Q: Will Windows protected print mode ever be enabled by default?
A: Windows protected print mode will be enabled by default at a future date.
Q: I enabled Windows protected print mode and now I can't see my scanner.
A: Not all scanners are compatible with Windows protected print mode. To see if a scanner is compatible with Windows protected print mode, see Mopria certified products.
Q: My printer is Mopria certified, why did it get removed when I enabled Windows protected print mode?
A: Some Mopria certified printers are default installed using third-party drivers. If so, that printer is removed when Windows protected print mode is enabled but you'll be able to reinstall the printer.
Q: What if I want to use a device that is unavailable in Windows protected print mode?
A: For more information on how to disable Windows protected print mode, see How to disable Windows protected print mode.
Q: Will Mopria certified printers work on my ARM PC?
A: Yes, Mopria certified printers work regardless of your PC's architecture
For more information, see What happens when I enable Windows protected print mode?
| Article | Description |
|---|---|
| Discover the Modern print platform | Provides an overview of the modern print platform, and its security, compatibility, and reliability benefits over legacy printer drivers. |
| Windows protected print mode | Provides an overview of Windows protected print mode, its benefits, and how to use it. |