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Old 02-12-2016, 01:03 PM   #1
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How to delete one of the printers on my printer list (an old printer)


Ubuntu 14.04 lts here

How to delete one of the printers on my printer list (an old printer) when I choose to print? My old Brother printer is always first on the list, and I want it removed from the list to choose from.


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Old 02-12-2016, 04:27 PM   #2
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Look in System Settings> Printers and you should be able to delete it that way.
In the printer window, select 'unlock' in the top right hand corner and type in your password.
The lock button should change to unlock.

If that doesn't work go to: http://localhost:631/admin

Go to 'Printers' and see if your Printer shows on the CUPS site and delete the printer.
It will ask for your root password.

<OR> Go to: Administration> Manage Printers

http://askubuntu.com/questions/45908...st-permenantly
 
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Thanks, that worked!
 
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