How to Find out the Folder of Printer Driver Files in Windows 7?

Troubleshooting a non-working printer is not a simple task. While working with your HP printer on Windows 7 is simply a good thing as Windows 7 operating system is a user-friendly operating system for most of the part, but tracking down the printer driver files can be little difficult. However, Windows 7 OS marks it easy to update printer drivers, install as well as uninstall. The operating system does not go out of its way in order to point you toward the actual files themselves. In addition, you can also consult experts at HP Technical Support Number for constant guidance.


Here we have discussed the steps to find the folder of the printer driver files in Windows 7-

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System Folder Locations:

First you need to launch the Windows Explorer and then find the drive on which the Windows 7 operating system is installed. Further you have to scroll down in order to locate the Windows folder and then click on it to simply go on it to disclose the system folders within. Unluckily, 32-bit system files are generally kept under the "SysWOW64" folder, meanwhile the 64 -bit files go under the "System32" folder. This all relies on the Windows 7 installation and hardware.

Printer Driver Locations:

On the other hand, the main locations for the printer drivers for the Windows 7 will be in one of two folders. C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepositoryC:\Windows\System32\spool\DRIVERS\x64\3. Here the “FileRepository” folder will include subfolders and find the correct one is al rely on the kind of printer that you have installed.

Authorization/User Account Privilege:

Furthermore, Windows 7 OS gears “User Account Controls”, therefore you are required to have the proper identifications in order to modify the contents of specific folders that includes anything in “Windows” folder. However, if you are not already setup with Administrator privileges, you might face difficulty equally looking these files and folders. You should try to right click on the Windows Explorer icon and then choose “Run as Administrator” beforehand steering to the printer files in question.

Spool Service:

During the time you try to move or delete files, if you find any difficulty or facing any trouble, your HP printer is possibly already loaded by the Print Spooler service. Here, you should go to the “Start menu” and then type the list till you see “Print Spooler” and further double-click the entry. Now, click “Stop” in the dialog box that pops up.      
For more information, connect our support service via out helpline HP Printer Support Phone Number. The number +1-877-645-7494 is offered for all the customers who are looking for instant and constant help. Here, IT professionals are available 24/7 round the clock in order to deliver the high-tech support with customized approaches. 
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