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Print Spooler Keeps Crashing Windows Fix

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Overview

Fix Windows Print Spooler service crashing repeatedly. All printing fails when the spooler crashes.

Key Details

  • Issue: Print Spooler service crashes or stops
  • OS: Windows 10/11
  • Category: General Printer Error
  • No printing possible when spooler is down

Common Causes

  • Corrupted print job stuck in queue
  • Bad printer driver
  • Corrupted spooler files
  • Malware affecting print service

Steps

  1. 1Stop spooler: net stop spooler
  2. 2Delete stuck jobs: delete all files in C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS\
  3. 3Restart spooler: net start spooler
  4. 4If it keeps crashing: uninstall and reinstall printer driver
  5. 5Run: sfc /scannow to repair system files

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Frequently Asked Questions

Usually a corrupted print job or bad driver. Clear the queue and update drivers.