If you want to use descriptive information to print to the right printers, you might benefit from renaming the printer. Although helpful, if the printer name is too long, you can rename it to something more distinctive and recognizable. A significant update to Microsoft’s Windows NT operating system is Windows 11. Here are the steps to change a printer name on Windows 11: ..
Steps to change a printer Name on Windows 11
Windows key + I: Open Settings directly ..
When the Settings screen opens, click Bluetooth & devices from the left column and select the Printers & scanners option from the right side. ..
On the Printers page, click on the printer you want to rename. On the Name and Location page, enter a new name for the printer. Click on OK to save your changes. ..
Under the Printer properties option, you can change the printer’s settings.
To rename the General tab in a Microsoft Office application, clear the name field and give the tab the name you want. When you complete the rename process, click OK.
After completing the steps above, your printer has a new name, which will be reflected when you print to it or view other printers on the network. For instance, if you go back to Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners, you’ll find your printer listed under your new name.
Final Words
To rename a printer on Windows 11, you can use the Control Panel or the Settings app. If it doesn’t work, you can use Windows PowerShell or the Command Prompt.
