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# Choosing a Printer for Linux

You can use the Open Printing website to look up a printer's Linux compatibility.

https://openprinting.org/printers

You can also select a manufacturer, and the website will categorize printers from that manufacturer, into these categories:

- Perfectly

- Mostly

- Partially

- Paperweight

Looks like there is much more support for printers since Android phones took off.

HP has been one of the manufacturers that has supported Linux with drivers for years, long before others started offering support, so HP is generally a good bet. Regardless, always make sure to check that a printer is compatible with Linux before you buy the printer, even HP printers.

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HP is the best on Linux! I've had many down through the years and can always find drivers that are pre-installed for my printers.

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Have you ever tried Brother printers? They actually worked ootb for me without jumping through hoops or additional drivers 🤔

Yes thanks. I've had several Brother laser printers that have also worked well with Linux, especially Mint.