How to Install Epson Inkjet Printer on Linux Mint 21

GNU/Linux Mint 21 Epson Inkjet Printer Setup – QuickStart Guide

Hello Mint User! This tutorial provides a Step-by-Step Guide on How to Install Epson Inkjet Printers on GNU/Linux Mint 21.x Vanessa/Vera/Victoria/Virginia LTS Desktop.

First, Search on the Epson Support Website to check if a Linux Driver is available for your Epson Printer.

Additionally, using the Epson Printer Utility Software, you can check ink levels, view errors, and monitor other statuses on your Epson Printer.

Finally, for all-in-one models, follow the guide on How to Get Started with Epson Scanning on Mint.

1. 1. Launching Terminal

   Open a Terminal Shell emulator window:
   (Press “Enter” to Execute Commands)

   

   Next, update the Apt Repository:

   sudo apt update

   Authenticate with your User Admin Password.
   If you encounter a “User is Not in Sudoers file” error, refer to: How to Enable sudo.

2. 2. Downloading Epson Driver

   Download Epson Printer Driver for Linux

   Epson Printer .deb Driver

   Epson Printers Linux Drivers

   Search for your Printer Model and Linux as the System.
   If possible, choose to Open with Software Center.