10 Common Printer Problems You Can Fix Yourself

 

10 Common Printer Problems You Can Fix Yourself

Just thinking about it makes you want to give up (or throw your printer against the wall). But many problems can be fixed with a little DIY printer knowledge.

Prior to delving too deeply into the specific typical printer issues and fixes, take into account the best practices.

1.      Printer is unresponsive

Follow these steps to get back your printer online.

o   Is the printer on?

o   Does it have paper?

o   Are all necessary cables connected?

o   Are all wireless connections working properly?

o   Have you checked the printer ink or toner cartridges?

 

2.      Printer won’t print

 

To do this you just need to turn off your printer, unplug for a few minutes and then plug the printer again. If that still doesn't work, try turning the printer and your computer off, and then start it back up again. Try uninstalling and then reinstalling your printer driver

 

 

3.      Bad print quality

o     Align the Printer Cartridge or Head. ...

o    Print from High-Resolution Files. ...

o    Clean the Printer, the Heads, and the Cartridges. ...

o    Choose the right paper. ...

o    Respect yours  ink and toner. ...

o    Protect the Printer from heat and humidity. ...

o    Check for driver updates.

 

4.      Uncertain about printer security

The majority of printer manufacturers include security features to guard against unwanted access. A hacker, however, might use your printer as a backdoor to access your network if specific precautions aren't taken. The most important measures you can take to stop this are to change the printer's default password and confirm that the most recent security updates have been implemented.

 

5.      My printer won’t scan

 

Turning the printer off and back on can also fix scanning and printing issues. This activity known as power cycling, which can reinitialize a scanner’s configuration parameters? Switch off the printer and unplug its cable. Then plug in again and turn it on about 10 to 20 minutes later.

 

6.      Too many paper jams

Overfilling the paper tray is frequently the cause of paper jams. Use only one kind of paper at a time in your input tray. If you aren't sure whether your device takes a certain kind of paper, check its documentation. Fan the stack of paper that you're about to load.

 

7.      Prints too slowly

Issues in your printer's ink or toner cartridges as well as an empty paper tray can cause your printer to delay your prints. Make sure that your cartridges are not running out of ink and the paper tray is not empty.

 

 

8.      Printing is too expensive

Check out these helpful tips to keep your home printing costs down.

1.     Print in draft mode or go for advanced printer settings color printer mode. ...

2.     Use both sides. ...

3.     Reduce document size. ...

4.     Use your preview to cut out what you don't need. ...

5.     Proofread final drafts before you print. ...

6.     Reuse waste paper as scrap.

 

9.      I can’t print from my mobile device

 

Restart all devices to clear network and hardware error states. Turn off the printer, and then turn it on again. Disconnect the power cable from the router, wait ten seconds, reconnect the cable, and then wait for the internet connection to complete. Turn off your phone or tablet, and then turn it on again

10.  Wi-Fi printing takes too long

If your printer is positioned far away from the network device, it may print more slowly. Especially wireless printing or if connected to an old fashioned 'hub'. Speed things up by moving your printer closer to the router/switch/etc., or plug it directly into your primary switching.

 

Hope you find this article helpful; even if you are facing an issue with your printer, reach customer service at helpline no. +1 866-918-4391 or visit our official website https://printsupportusa.com/