The Get-PrinterProperty PowerShell command is a powerful tool for managing printers in Windows. It allows you to view, modify, and delete printer properties, such as the printer name, driver, port, and more. This command is an essential part of any Windows administrator’s toolkit, and can be used to quickly and easily manage printers on a network.
Syntax
The syntax for the Get-PrinterProperty command is as follows:
Get-PrinterProperty -Name
Parameters
The Get-PrinterProperty command has the following parameters:
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The name of the printer to view or modify. |
| Property | The property to view or modify. |
| ComputerName | The name of the computer on which the printer is located. |
| Credential | The credentials to use when connecting to the computer. |
Inputs
The Get-PrinterProperty command takes the following inputs:
- The name of the printer to view or modify.
- The property to view or modify.
- The name of the computer on which the printer is located.
- The credentials to use when connecting to the computer.
Outputs
The Get-PrinterProperty command returns the value of the specified printer property.
Examples
The following example shows how to view the name of a printer on a remote computer:
Get-PrinterProperty -Name “My Printer” -Property Name -ComputerName “Server01”
The following example shows how to modify the driver of a printer on a remote computer:
Set-PrinterProperty -Name “My Printer” -Property Driver -Value “My Printer Driver” -ComputerName “Server01”
Tips
Here are some tips for using the Get-PrinterProperty command:
- Always use the ComputerName parameter when connecting to a remote computer.
- Always use the Credential parameter when connecting to a remote computer.
- When modifying a printer property, use the Set-PrinterProperty command.
- When deleting a printer property, use the Remove-PrinterProperty command.
- When listing all available printer properties, use the Get-PrinterProperty command with no parameters.
Conclusion
The Get-PrinterProperty command is a powerful tool for managing printers in Windows. It allows you to view, modify, and delete printer properties, such as the printer name, driver, port, and more. This command is an essential part of any Windows administrator’s toolkit, and can be used to quickly and easily manage printers on a network.