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The Ondersteuning voor afdrukken via Bluetooth driver from Microsoft helps Windows support printing through a compatible Bluetooth connection. It is intended for users who need their PC to communicate with a Bluetooth-enabled printer, particularly when Windows reports missing Bluetooth printing support or cannot complete printer setup.
Key Features
- Bluetooth printing support: Helps Windows handle communication with compatible printers that support printing over Bluetooth—not just Bluetooth pairing or setup.
- Windows integration: Works alongside the Windows Bluetooth stack and printing services; a separate printer-specific driver may also be required.
- Legacy system compatibility: Listed operating systems include Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP. Select a package that matches your Windows version and system architecture.
- Connection troubleshooting: Installing the appropriate driver may resolve missing-component warnings, although pairing, printer settings, and Bluetooth adapter issues can also affect printing.
How to Install Ondersteuning voor afdrukken via Bluetooth Driver
- Check your system and printer. Confirm your Windows version and whether your system is 32-bit or 64-bit. Verify that your printer supports Bluetooth printing and that your PC’s Bluetooth adapter is working.
- Find a compatible package. When choosing an Ondersteuning voor afdrukken via Bluetooth driver download for Windows, verify its source and compatibility details. Prefer Windows Update or official Microsoft resources where available. A free download should not require purchasing an unrelated driver utility.
- Download and verify. Choose the latest version available for your supported operating system, rather than assuming the newest package supports every Windows release. Scan manually downloaded files before opening them.
- Install the driver. Run the provided installer if one is included. For a driver-only package, open Device Manager, locate the relevant device, select Update driver, and browse to the extracted driver folder. Windows may instead install the component automatically during device setup.
- Pair and test. Enable Bluetooth, put the printer into discoverable mode, and add it through Windows device or printer settings. Install any required printer-specific software, then print a test page. Restart if prompted.
Keep the driver updated through Windows Update or a verified compatible package, especially when troubleshooting connection problems. For Windows 10/11 users, note that Windows 10 is listed here, but Windows 11 compatibility is not confirmed; check official support information before attempting an update. A working setup does not necessarily need a manual replacement simply because another package is labeled newer.
Common Issues and Fixes
- Printer not detected: Confirm the printer is powered, in Bluetooth pairing/discoverable mode, and within range. In Settings > Bluetooth & devices, remove old printer entries, toggle Bluetooth off/on, then re-add the device. Check Windows Update for the Microsoft Bluetooth printing component.
- Install fails or printer unavailable after pairing: Restart the Print Spooler service, run the Printer troubleshooter, then re-add the printer. Install pending Windows cumulative updates, since Bluetooth print support may depend on them.
- Driver/version conflicts after an update: Remove duplicate printer queues and old Bluetooth printer drivers in Print Management, re-pair the printer, and keep one queue as default. Avoid mixing vendor and Microsoft Bluetooth print drivers for the same device.
Driver Details
| Device | Ondersteuning voor afdrukken via Bluetooth |
|---|---|
| Vendor | Microsoft |
| Category | Other |
| Supported OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, XP |
| Published | October 30, 2026 |
| Updated | October 31, 2026 |