Don't worry. Your printer isn't broken, and you don't need to return it. Here is exactly how to get printing and scanning on macOS. For modern Macs (macOS Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, Sonoma, or Sequoia), you do not need a legacy driver.
Add the printer via System Settings (Method 1) for quick printing, then install HP Smart (Method 2) specifically for scanning. Have a specific error code? Drop a comment below or visit HP’s official support page for the 178nw. hp color laser mfp 178nw driver for mac
Struggling to find the driver for the HP Color Laser 178nw on your Mac? We break down the two easy methods: HP Smart App vs. the traditional .DMG file. If you just unboxed the HP Color Laser MFP 178nw and tried to connect it to your MacBook or iMac, you might have run into a common frustration: HP no longer provides a standard "Driver download" link on their website the way they used to. Don't worry
How to Download & Install HP Color Laser MFP 178nw Driver for Mac (macOS Sequoia/Sonoma) For modern Macs (macOS Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey,