How do I check if the Printer Spooler service is running on the computer sharing the printer?

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How do I check if the Printer Spooler service is running on the computer sharing the printer?
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On the computer sharing the printer, press `Windows Key + R`, type `services.msc`, and press Enter. Scroll down to find 'Printer Spooler'. Check its status. If it's not running, right-click on it and select 'Start'. You can also right-click and choose 'Restart' to refresh the service.