Driver for HP Photosmart 420
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The official driver for the HP Photosmart 420 printer is required when you first connect the device to your computer or if you are reinstalling the Windows operating system. This driver enables Windows to recognize the printer for printing purposes. Additionally, the driver package includes software or a utility for configuring the printer.
To download the driver for the HP Photosmart 420, select the appropriate version for your Windows operating system and architecture. If you encounter any issues, we recommend reviewing the detailed installation instructions and following them carefully.
Download Driver for HP Photosmart 420
OS Versions: Windows 11, Windows 10 32-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, Windows 8.1 32-bit, Windows 8.1 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit, Windows 8 64-bit, Windows 7 32-bit, Windows 7 64-bit | |
Driver Type | Download |
HP Print and Scan Doctor for Windows | |
HP Easy Start Printer Setup Software (Internet connection required for driver installation) |
On this page, you can download the HP Photosmart 420 driver! Download the necessary drivers for Windows, Linux, Mac for free.

How to Install the Driver for HP Photosmart 420
- Download the driver from the table for your version of Windows Windows
- Run the downloaded file
- Accept the “End User License Agreement” and click “Next”
- Specify how you will connect the printer to your computer and click “Next”
- Wait for the installation to complete
- Restart your computer to apply changes.


Before installing the driver, ensure that no other version is installed on your computer. If there is, uninstall it before proceeding with the new installation.
Common Errors and Solutions When Installing the Driver
- Printer Detection Issue: If the device is not found, we recommend downloading a different version of the driver.
- Printing Problems: If the printer does not work after driver installation, make sure to restart your computer.
- Unable to Launch Driver File: If the file does not open, check your system for viruses, then restart and try again.