Why is my HP Officejet 5740 not printing?
Sarah Cherry
Published Feb 08, 2026
Why is my HP Officejet 5740 not printing?
HP Officejet 5740 not being able to print could be a result of OS issues. The result of OS updates may make drivers incompatible unless the corresponding drivers have also been updated. OS issues manifest themselves when there is a non-updated software scenario.
How do I reset my HP 5740 printer?
Resetting an HP OfficeJet 5740 #
- Tap Setup > Printer Maintenance > Restore > Restore Factory Defaults > Restore.
- The dialog box warns: All configured settings in the printer will be deleted and the original factory settings will be restored.
How do I Scan a document on HP Officejet 5740?
Open the printer software and select Scan a document or Photo. Click the Advanced Settings button for the used shortcut and select the destination folder within the Destination tab. Click OK and then click the Scan button.
How do I Scan double sided on HP Officejet 5740?
Click Presets and select Edit Settings. 3.) Click Source and select Document Feeder. Check the box Scan both sides of pages.
Why does my HP printer not copy?
Now, if your printer is failing to copy and there is no response at all from your HP Envy when you attempt to run the copy, this generally indicates a hardware failure with the scanning/copying assembly built into your printer. Two things generally cause this failure: a power issue, or a programming issue.
How do I set up HP 5740?
Install HP Smart app to complete setup and support
- Install printer software and drivers.
- Create an HP account and register your printer.
- Connect your printer to Wi-Fi, load paper, and install cartridges.
How do I get my HP OfficeJet 5740 online?
Press the wireless button or wireless control panel icon on the printer to turn the wireless connection off, and then on. Wait for the printer to reconnect to your router.
How do I load paper into my HP OfficeJet 5740?
Insert a small stack of paper into the tray. Make sure that the print side is face-down with the short edge forward. Push the paper toward the rear of the input tray until the paper stops, and then, if necessary, gently slide the paper width guides inward so that they lightly rest against the edges of the paper.
Why isn’t my HP printer scanning to my computer?
Turning the printer off and back on can occasionally fix scanning and printing issues. That is otherwise known as power cycling, which can reinitialize a scanner’s configuration parameters. Turn off the printer and unplug its cable. Then plug the printer back in and turn it on about 10 to 20 minutes later.