How to fix white lines when printing
White lines are often caused by a blocked ink cartridge or clogged print head. Our troubleshooting guide will help you to fix your documents and make them look perfect again.
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1. Clean your printer using the cleaning software
The first thing you should do is run the cleaning software on your printer. This can be accessed via the settings menu, or through the LCD screen if your printer has a display.
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Test the results by printing two pages after running the cleaning cycle.
Repeated cleaning cycles will clog the printer head.
2. Take out the ink cartridge to clean it.
Check the cartridges to see if they are damaged if the cleaning program fails.
Open the printer cartridge door and remove each cartridge one by one. Check for cracks or leaks.
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Your cartridge may only have a blockage due to dried-ink. To remove any ink that may have gotten into the cartridge, you can use a cotton bud or a piece of cloth to clean it.
You should also clean the insides of your printer to remove any ink spillages. It will prevent any future smudges.
Last but not least, run the cleaning cycle of your printer. Then check out the results using a couple of test pages.
If you’re unable to fix your printer, contact its manufacturer for help. Contact the manufacturer if you need help.
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How to fix your printer with extra tips
It may be time to replace the ink cartridges if your prints look faded and not white. Your prints will be less colourful if you have less ink to use.
To remove blur from your photos or recalibrate the exposure and contrast of your prints, check your computer’s printer settings where you’ll be able to make the adjustment.
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