hp-check

verifies HPLIP installation and dependencies

TLDR

Check HPLIP status

$ hp-check

Auto-install missing

$ hp-check -a

Fix runtime issues

$ hp-check -r

Check specific dependency

$ hp-check -t

hp-check verifies HPLIP installation and dependencies. It checks for missing packages, configuration issues, and printer connectivity.The tool can automatically install missing components on supported distributions. It helps diagnose and fix printing problems.

PARAMETERS

-a, --auto

Automatic install mode.

-r, --runtime

Check runtime only.

-t

Check dependencies.

-f

Force all checks.

--help

Display help information.

INSTALL

sudo apt install hplip

sudo dnf install hplip

sudo pacman -S hplip

sudo zypper install hplip

nix profile install nixpkgs#hplip

CAVEATS

Part of HPLIP package. May need root for fixes. Distribution-specific behavior.

HISTORY

hp-check is part of HPLIP (HP Linux Imaging and Printing), providing diagnostic capabilities for HP printer setups.