Trusted performance for basic printing tasks
The HP LaserJet 1012 printer drivers provide essential printing functionality designed for straightforward operation on supported systems. These drivers enable reliable document output by managing core communication between your computer and printer hardware, though they are limited to specific legacy operating environments. Modern systems require tweaks or workarounds.
The HP LaserJet 1012 printer drivers efficiently handle fundamental printing tasks including document formatting, spooling, and hardware communication. They support standard monochrome printing with basic features such as manual duplex (requiring user intervention to flip pages) and adjustable print settings. As a host-based printer, the LaserJet 1012 lacks advanced capabilities like automated duplexing, PCL and PostScript support, or detailed toner level reporting. Print speed is rated up to 15 ppm (letter size) or 14 ppm (A4), determined by hardware design.
Essential printing features
Straightforward operation
The printing interface relies entirely on the operating system’s native print dialog, meaning accessibility features depend on OS-level implementations rather than driver-specific options. While the drivers deliver consistent performance for basic text and line art printing on supported systems, they do not offer modern features such as mobile printing, AirPrint, or cloud integration. Users on contemporary platforms should be aware that unofficial workarounds can possibly provide only basic printing and are not endorsed or supported by HP.
Legacy workhorse in a modern world
The HP LaserJet 1012 remains a reliable workhorse for basic monochrome printing—but only in its native legacy ecosystems. While its drivers efficiently handle core printing tasks on supported systems, modern operating environments require unsupported workarounds with significant limitations. The printer’s host-based architecture prevents compatibility with Universal Print Driver and excludes modern features like mobile printing or automated duplexing.
