How do I clear the print queue manually if the Print Spooler service is not working?

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How do I clear the print queue manually if the Print Spooler service is not working?
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Even if the Print Spooler service is stopped, you can manually clear the print queue. Stop the service, then navigate to C:\Windows\System32\spool\PRINTERS and delete all files within that folder. Restart the Print Spooler service afterward.