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Sometimes a corrupt file in the queue prevents the spooler from staying active. Clearing these files can "reset" the system. Microsoft Support Fix print spooler service not running errors in Windows

The most common fix for a "stopped" spooler is to manually restart it through the Services management tool. Press , type services.msc , and hit Enter . Scroll down to find Print Spooler in the list.

Follow this comprehensive guide to troubleshoot and fix common print spooler issues. 1. Restart the Print Spooler Service