Should I remove PrintKit?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
8% remove it92% keep it
What do people think about it?
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How common is it?
Global Rank #35,672
United States Rank #25,880
Reach 0.0032%
Lifespan of installation (until removal)
< 28.42 days
634.90 days >
Average installed length: 333.59 days
Versions
Version | Distribution |
1.1.326.0 |
28.13% |
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1.0.319.0 |
6.25% |
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1.0.310.0 |
3.13% |
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1.0.293.0 |
1.56% |
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1.0.290.0 |
3.13% |
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1.0.256.0 |
23.44% |
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1.0.247.0 |
17.19% |
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1.0.243.0 |
17.19% |
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PrintKit
from Collobos Software
Overview
PrintKit is a program developed by Collobos Software. The most used version is 1.1.326.0, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The software installer includes 2 files and is usually about 3.38 MB (3,547,136 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 72% of users of PrintKit come from the United States, it is also popular in Brazil and United Kingdom.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\printkit
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /I{C73E0ABB-9823-4D2F-8B83-E6E497944EEB}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 3.38 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by PrintKit
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printkitd.exe - PrintKit Service
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libcups2.dll
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- printkitd.exe runs as a service named 'PrintKit Service' (PrintKit Service) "Enables printer sharing with mobile devices without any unnecessary manual setup or administration.".
How do I remove PrintKit?
You can uninstall PrintKit from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program PrintKit, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove PrintKit.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 55%
Win XP 3%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 8%
Keep it 92%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
57.81% |
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Windows 10 |
29.69% |
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Windows Vista |
9.38% |
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Windows XP |
3.13% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 7 Home Premium |
25.40% |
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Windows 7 Professional |
15.87% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
14.29% |
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Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
7.94% |
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Windows 8 Pro with Media ... |
4.76% |
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Windows 8.1 |
4.76% |
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Geography
71.76% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
71.76% |
Brazil |
5.88% |
United Kingdom |
5.88% |
Germany |
3.53% |
Canada |
3.53% |
CY |
1.18% |
TN |
1.18% |
Belgium |
1.18% |
Norway |
1.18% |
Switzerland |
1.18% |
Australia |
1.18% |
India |
1.18% |
Poland |
1.18% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Dell |
30.43% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
21.74% |
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Acer |
13.04% |
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Toshiba |
6.52% |
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GIGABYTE |
4.35% |
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Samsung |
4.35% |
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Sony |
4.35% |
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Sahara |
2.17% |
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Intel |
2.17% |
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Gateway |
2.17% |
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Apple |
2.17% |
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Medion |
2.17% |
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Common models |
TOSHIBA Satellite Pro S30... |
1.92% |
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TOSHIBA SATELLITE C75-A |
1.92% |
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Sony SVT15112CXS |
1.92% |
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powerspec psB610 |
1.92% |
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LENOVO 4270CTO |
1.92% |
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Hewlett-Packard p6550z |
1.92% |
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