HP Smart

HP Smart is a free, cross-platform utility for controlling printers and scanners. The official HP application offers services for all company devices while offering streamlined printer and scanner control. It also helps detect printers automatically, provides network management access, and offers mobile printing support.

It is simple to use, connects to Wi-Fi or cloud service, and is fully compatible with all vital digital devices, including Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS, Android, iOS, and so on. You can easily print, scan, and share your documents using your computer or smartphone as well.

What is HP Smart?

HP Smart is a powerful utility to manage your printing and scanning activities. It is developed by the American multinational information technology company called Hewlett-Packard, or HP. It simplifies the printing process, regardless of devices and locations, while offering a straightforward setup. 

The software is reliably integrated with all HP products and allows users to easily access printer supplies, customer support, and troubleshooting tools. You can also scan images and edit them while using filters, text, and adjust the brightness, contrast, and saturation.

Features of HP Smart

Simple Installation

You can download and install the app by clicking the “Download” button given on the page, or from the official website. Complete the downloading process and start the installation while following the on-screen instructions. Click on the desktop shortcut to launch the app, and make sure your HP printer is connected to your PC. You can use a USB or Wi-Fi for this purpose. After initial setup, start using your printing and scanning process.

Initial Setup

You need to prepare the printer for setup for setting up the printer on a Wi-Fi network by placing the devices close to the Wi-Fi router and connecting the devices to Wi-Fi instead of an Ethernet cable network. For detecting the printer, enable Bluetooth on your device, and ensure your Windows PC is updated to the latest version. Click on the + sign to detect the printer, and select the connection option, including Wi-Fi, USB, or Network. In case of not finding Wi-Fi setup mode, you need only open the setup menu, click on settings, to select Restore Network Settings. 

Easy Printing 

The support of multiple HP printers is one of the helpful options for scanning your documents right from the app. The auto-detecting process helps access your required printer quite easily. The app also enables you to access the network management menus and supplies as well. Keep in mind, the app is only integrated with HP printers.

Seamless Scanning

The scanning functionality is also available on the ground-breaking software that helps to scan your documents. It also allows users to modify their images after scanning, such as adding filters or text, and adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation as well. The multitasking capabilities are on an exclusive app that helps users save their time and energy.

Smart Functionality

You will find one-touch customizable Shortcuts, previously known as Smart Tasks, for operating repetitive actions, such that you can complete your scanning and sharing process more reliably and quickly. You can send a fax through your mobile without having a fax machine. The feature is equally useful for individual as well as professional requirements. 

Multiple Learning Activities 

The availability of Printables on the software allows users to get multiple useful, fun, and educational services while accessing multiple learning activities, including free crafts, cards, and so on. Keep in mind, you need a Wi-Fi connection to continue using multiple features on the app.

Multilingual Support

The app supports multiple languages to enable users to continue their printing, scanning, and sharing activities easily while selecting their own language.

Simple to Use

You need to install HP Smart on the device from which you want to print documents or photos. The software also installs all drivers related to printing and scanning. After installing the software, you need to connect the printer to your device. You can use your camera to scan files or share them through the cloud or email. You are ready to print, and before printing, you can review. The printing facility is available for both professionals and businesses. You can use one-touch shortcuts to complete repetitive tasks easily and more reliably. 

Pros

• Offers a printing and scanning process wirelessly
• Print your documents and images remotely using any HP product
• Scan your documents and images using editing features to enhance productivity
• Fax using your mobile device without a fax machine
• Cross-platform compatibility
• Free to use
• Multilingual support
• Simple and user-friendly interface

Cons

• Lack of support for non-HP printers
• Connectivity options are limited