How to Fix PDF and Print Problems with
QuickBooks Desktop
Facing PDF and print-related errors is quite a common thing while
dealing with QuickBooks, but you do not need to worry about that. These
problems can be fixed very easily with just a few clicks. PDF opening,
printing, and sharing problems can happen due to several factors, and
you will be able to fix these problems with QuickBooks Print and PDF
repair tools.
QuickBooks detected that a component required to create PDF was
missing in the inventory. But before we jump directly to the steps on how
to fix PDF and printing errors, let’s know about the PDF and Print
problems with QuickBooks Desktop that arise quite often.
Are you facing constant errors while sharing, mailing, or even printing a
PDF file? Explore the troubleshooting methods to fix such PDF and print
problems. Alternatively, you can also dial our toll-free number at
1.855.738.2784 to contact our experts!
Common QuickBooks Problems with PDF
and Printing
Problems with QuickBooks PDF and printing are normal for a QB user. These
problems can appear in different styles, such as:
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Not able to share PDFs with printers for printing
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I am not able to print the PDFs after sharing them with the printers.
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Display of the message ‘missing component or missing PDF file component.’
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Unresponsive QuickBooks interface while printing.
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PDF converter showing offline while printing.
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Activation Error -20, -30, or -41 for QuickBooks PDF Converter.
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Missing .pdf file or unable to save file as PDF.
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Display of Error 1722 or 1801 when installing PDF Converter.
These were some of the common problems that arise during PDF conversion,
sharing, or printing the file. Let’s now look at the ways to fix these problems.
Steps to Fix PDF and Printing Problems with
Quickbooks Desktop
There are various ways to fix PDF and printing problems with QuickBooks
desktop. You can choose to run the Print & Repair tool, reset the temp for the
permissions folder, and do many more. Let’s discuss some troubleshooting ways
to fix QuickBooks problems with PDF and printing.
Solution 1: Visit QuickBooks Tools Hub and
download and run the Print & Repair tool.
The first solution begins with the installation of the Print & Repair tool from the
QuickBooks tool hub. The method involves the following steps:
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You need to download the installer for the QuickBooks print & print repair
tool and run it. Make sure you have the most updated version of the
QuickBooks Tool hub.
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After the installation, you need to run the QuickBooks PDF & print repair tool.
This might take a couple of minutes to detect the error and fix it.
If running the print and repair tool doesn’t work out, you can try the next step by
restarting/resetting the temp for the permissions folder.
Solution 2: Restart/Reset Temp for
Permissions Folder
Sometimes, resetting the temp permissions folder or restarting the desktop really
works out. Here are the steps involved:
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You need to restart your desktop/computer to fix the error. If the error still
persists, you will have to reset the temp folder permissions.
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Resetting temp folder permissions might fix the error. Open the RUN
command, type %TEMP%, and press enter. Right-click on an empty area,
select properties, and then security. Make sure all the persons/groups there
have full control. Now, you can save it as a PDF again.
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Now, you need to test if you can print your XPS document writer.
Resetting the temp for folder permissions might rule out the possibility of any
unintentional damage being caused.
Solution 3: Creating a New Template Form
If everything is fine with the temp permissions folder and the problem persists,
you can simply try creating a new template form. The steps involve:
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You can also try creating a new template form to fix the PDF and print errors
on QuickBooks Desktop.
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You need to create a new template on your form, change the template on
your transaction, and create your .pdf for the same.
Now, let’s even try to check the settings for the spooler services. There might be
a chance of something being wrong at the spooler level.
Solution 4: Try Updating the Print Spooler
Services
Consider checking print spooler settings, as there might be an error that would
stop PDFs from sharing, printing, or even mailing.
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Open the RUN command, type services.msc, and press enter. Look out for the
print spooler service there.
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Right-click on the spooler service name and select properties. Navigate to the
StartupType, select Automatic, and then apply the settings.
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Right-click on the spooler’s name and select Start to start their services.
These were some of the possible solutions and steps to fix the PDF and Print
problems with QuickBooks Desktop. If the problem still persists, try contacting
the IT professionals or application support for help.
Summing It Up!
Some of the common PDF and print problems with QuickBooks desktops are not
being able to share the PDFs, the detection of a missing component, the
unresponsive interface, and similar issues. These are very common problems, and
fixing them is not a tedious task. You can fix the errors by using the Print and
Repair tool by QuickBooks tool hub, restarting the PC, resetting temp folder
permissions, or even updating the print spooler services.