Error Code 1053 Print spooler failed to start

My print spooler is failing to start and I am getting the error code 1053

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Hi troy,

I have personally encountered this error and had to reinstall my system but try this:

Press the Ctrl+Win keys together and a run box should appear
Type C:\System32\Spool\Printers in the run box and an Explorer windows should appear
In the folder delete every file within the folder

Doing this will clear the documents you sent to the printer. Next you need to start the "Print Spooler" service by doing this:

Try this and let me know how it goes.

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