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Error 740 While Adding Printer: What is it & How to Fix
Disabling the user account control has worked for some users
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Cannot add a printer on Windows 11? If you encounter error 740 while adding a printer to your Windows 11 PC, then you are not alone. It often leaves you wondering, will printers work with Windows 11?
This is a common error and the message reads –That didn’t work. We can’t install this printer right now. Try again later or contact your network administrator for help. Error: #740.
However, to your relief, it simply means that you need to have the required administrator privileges to add the printer.
Additionally, you may also see the message –The requested operation requires elevation: Error 740. This error prevents you from running applications or accessing files on the storage device.
There are different errors that you may encounter when installing a printer, for instance –We can’t install this printer right now error 283,orThe requested operation requires elevation: Error 740.
While installing the latest Windows update may sometimes fix the issue, mostly it may not. It can be truly annoying when theprinter is not working on Windows 11and you need some urgent work to be done.
Fortunately, we have a few quick solutions that may help you fix the error 740 when adding a printer on Windows 11.
How do I fix error 740 when adding a printer?
1. Run the printer wizard using Command Prompt
Therefore, if you areunable to install a printerand cannot complete this function, this method should help you fix it.
2. Disable the User Account Control
Now, try installing the printer again and check if it shows the message –that didn’t work error #740 printeragain.
3. Create a new administrator account to fix error 740
Once the new account is created, you would need to change it to the administrator account. Follow our guide onHow to change the administrator account in Windows 11.
Once done, close theSettingswindow and you should be able to install the printer now.
Hence, you can first create a new admin account and then try to add a printer in Windows 11 with error 740.
If the error shows up due to a clash with the Windows Defender, a third-party antivirus, or if theFirewall is blocking the printer, disabling the antivirus and the firewall temporarily may help fix the issue.
Besides, before you can add this printer, you need to install a driver for it. You should also look for some compatible printer drivers for Windows 11 from the manufacturer’s website and install them.
You can also refer to our guideon how to fix error 740 on Windows 10when you encounter an error while running a specific app.
Although it’s a guide for Windows 10 users, many of the solutions will work on the new OS as well.
If you face any other similar errors with the printer or have a solution that worked for you, do leave a comment in the comments box below.
More about the topics:Printer Errors,Windows 11
Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
It all started with the evolution of mobile phones and Google, and that has now settled with Windows.
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