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							in the Size list to see if a defined paper size already exists for the type of paper
you are using.
Paper typeSuggested paper size settings
Copier, multi-purpose, or
plain papersLetter or A4
EnvelopesAppropriate listed envelope size
Greeting-card papersLetter or A4
Index cardsAppropriate listed card size (if listed sizes are not
appropriate, you can specify a custom paper size)
Inkjet papersLetter or A4
Iron-on T-shirt transfersLetter or A
LabelsLetter or A4
LetterheadLetter or A4
Panorama photo paperAppropriate listed panorama size (if listed sizes are not
appropriate, you can specify a custom paper size)
Photo papers10 x 15 cm. (with tab), 4 x 6 in. (with tab), letter, A4, or
appropriate listed size
Transparency filmsLetter or A4
Custom-size papersCustom paper size
To select a specific paper type
1.Open the 
Printer Properties dialog box.
2.Click the Features tab.
3.Click More in the Paper Type drop-down list, and then select the paper type that
you want to use.
4.Click OK.
5.Select any other print settings that you want, and then click OK.
Cause:There was a problem with the paper loaded in the paper tray, or the print
settings did not match.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Use the HP Paper Feed Cleaning Kit
Solution:Some Deskjet products require a special kit, called the HP Paper Feed
Cleaning Kit, to clean the paper feed rollers and resolve this issue. To see if this affects
your product, go to: 
www.hp.com/support.
Search for HP Paper Feed Cleaning Kit for more information about this kit and to
check whether it is required for your product.
Cause:The paper feed rollers were dirty and needed to be cleaned with the HP
Paper Feed Cleaning Kit.
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							If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Clean the rollers 
Solution: Clean the rollers. 
Make sure you have the following materials available:
• Lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come apart or leave fibers. 
• Distilled, filtered, or bottled water. 
To clean the rollers 
1. Turn off the product and remove the power cord. 
2. Remove the rear door to access the rollers.
3.Dip the lint-free cloth into the purified or distilled water, and squeeze any excess 
water from it. 
4. Clean the rubber rollers to remove any dust or dirt buildup. 
5. Replace the rear door. Gently push the door forward until it snaps into place. 
6. Plug the power cord back in, and turn on the product. 
7. Try to print again. 
Cause: The rollers were dirty and needed to be cleaned. 
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Contact HP support for service 
Solution: If you have completed all of the steps provided in the previous solutions, 
contact HP support for service. 
Go to: www.hp.com/support . 
If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click  Contact HP for information 
on calling for technical support. 
Cause: Your product needs servicing.
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							Printer prints on multiple sheets at once
If the printer prints on multiple sheets at once, check the following:
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Paper weight
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Paper might be loaded improperly
Paper weight
The printer might print on multiple sheets of paper at once if the paper is under the
recommended paper weight. Use paper that is within the recommended specifications.
For more information, see 
Paper weights.
Paper might be loaded improperly
The printer might print on multiple sheets of paper at once if the paper is loaded too far
toward the back of the printer or if the paper guide is not positioned firmly against the
paper. Reload the paper into the paper tray, pushing the paper until you feel resistance,
and then slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper stack.
The printer also might print on multiple sheets if different paper types are loaded in the
printer. For example, photo paper might be mixed with plain paper. Empty the paper tray
and load only the paper type that is appropriate for the document that you are printing.
Photos do not print correctly
If your photos do not print correctly, check the paper tray or printer properties.
•
Check the paper tray
•
Check the printer properties
Check the paper tray
1.Verify that the photo paper is placed in the paper tray with the side to be printed on
facing down.
2.Slide the paper forward until it stops.
3.Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper.
Do not press the guide so firmly against the paper that the paper bends or curls.
For more information, see:
•
Print documents
•
Print photos
Check the printer properties
Open the Printer Properties dialog box and verify the following options:
TabSetting
Features
Size: An appropriate paper size
Paper Type: An appropriate photo paper
Print Quality: Best or Maximum dpi
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							TabSetting
NOTE:For more information on enabling the maximum dpi
mode, see Maximum dpi.
Problems with borderless documents
If you are having problems with printing borderless documents and photos, observe the
guidelines and check the solutions in the following topics:
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Borderless printing guidelines
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Image is printed at an angle
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Fading occurs on the edges of a photo
•
Photo has an unwanted border
Borderless printing guidelines
When printing borderless photos or brochures, follow these guidelines:
• Verify that the paper size that is specified in the Paper Size drop-down list on the
Printing Shortcuts tab matches the size of the paper that is loaded in the paper tray.
• Select the appropriate paper type in the Paper Type drop-down list on the Printing
Shortcuts tab.
• If printing in grayscale, select High Quality under Print in Grayscale on the Color
tab.
• Do not print borderless documents in ink-backup mode. Always have two print
cartridges installed in the printer when printing borderless documents.
For more information, see 
Ink-backup mode.
Image is printed at an angle
Verify that no problem exists with the source image. For example, if you are printing a
scanned image, verify that the image was not crooked when it was scanned.
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							If the problem is not caused by the source image, follow these steps:
1.Remove all paper from the paper tray.
2.Load the photo paper correctly in the paper tray.
3.Verify that the paper guide fits firmly against the edge of the paper.
4.Follow loading instructions for the paper type.
Fading occurs on the edges of a photo
Verify that the photo paper is not curled. If the photo paper is curled, place the paper in
a plastic bag and gently bend it in the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies
flat. If the problem persists, then use photo paper that is not curled.
For instructions about preventing photo paper from curling, see 
Store and handle photo
paper.
Photo has an unwanted border
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							If the printout has an unwanted border, try the following solutions:
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Align the print cartridges.
• Open the 
Printer Properties dialog box, click the Features tab, and verify that the
selected paper size matches both the paper size that the photo is formatted for and
the size of the paper that is loaded in the printer.
• Verify that no problem exists with the source image. For example, if you are printing
a scanned image, verify that the image was not crooked when it was scanned.
• Verify that the software application you are using supports borderless printing.
Print quality is poor
This section contains the following topics:
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Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors
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Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely
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The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print
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Printouts have horizontal streaks or lines
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Printouts are faded or have dull colors
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Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy
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Printouts have vertical streaks
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Printouts are slanted or skewed
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Ink streaks on the back of the paper
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Paper is not picked up from the input tray
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The text edges are jagged
Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors
If your printout has one of the following print quality problems, try the solutions in this
section for help.
• Colors look slightly different than what you expected.
For example, the colors in your graphic or photo look one way on your computer
screen, but print out differently.
• You expected to see one color in the printout, and a completely different color
appeared.
For example, magenta was replaced with cyan in your printout.
• Colors run into each other, or look like they have been smeared on the page. The
edges might have a feathering appearance instead of being sharp and defined.
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Solution 1: HP recommends using genuine HP print cartridges
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Solution 2: Check the paper loaded in the input tray
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Solution 3: Check the paper type
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Solution 4: Check to see if the product is in ink-backup mode
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Solution 5: Check the print settings
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Solution 6: Clean the print cartridges
Solution 1: HP recommends using genuine HP print cartridges
Solution:Check to see if your print cartridges are genuine HP print cartridges.
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							HP recommends that you use genuine HP print cartridges. Genuine HP print
cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great
results, time after time.
NOTE:HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of using a non-HP supply will not be covered
under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP print cartridges, go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Cause:Non-HP ink was being used.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Check the paper loaded in the input tray
Solution:Make sure the paper is loaded correctly and that it is not wrinkled or too
thick.
• Load paper with the side you want to print on facing down. For example, if you
are loading glossy photo paper, load the paper with the glossy side down.
• If the paper is too close to the print cartridge during printing, the ink might be
smeared. This can happen if the paper is raised, wrinkled, or very thick, such as
a mailing envelope. Make sure the paper lays flat in the input tray and is not
wrinkled.
For more information, see:
•
Print other documents
•
Store and handle photo paper
Cause:The paper was loaded incorrectly, or it was wrinkled or too thick.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Check the paper type
Solution:HP recommends that you use HP Advanced Papers or any other paper
type that is appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
For more information, see:
Store and handle photo paper
Cause:The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
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							Solution 4: Check to see if the product is in ink-backup mode
Solution:Check to see if the the product is printing in ink-backup mode, with only
one print cartridge installed.
If the product is in ink-backup mode, text and photo quality will differ from those printed
when using all print cartridges.
If you are satisfied with the print quality, continue printing in ink-backup mode. Or,
replace the missing print cartridge.
For more information, see:
•
Ink-backup mode
•
Replace print cartridges
Cause:A print cartridge was missing, and the product was printing in ink-backup
mode.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Check the print settings
Solution:Check the print settings.
• Check the print settings to see if the color settings are incorrect.
For example, check to see if the document is set to print in grayscale. Or, check
to see if advanced color settings such as saturation, brightness, or color tone, are
set to modify the appearance of colors.
• Check the print quality setting and make sure it matches the type of paper loaded
in the product.
You might need to choose a lower print quality setting, if colors are running into
each other. Or, choose a higher setting if you are printing a high-quality photo,
and then make sure photo paper such as HP Premium Photo Papers, is loaded
in the input tray.
NOTE:On some computer screens, colors might appear differently than they do
when printed on paper. In this case, there is nothing wrong with the product, print
settings, or print cartridges. No further troubleshooting is required.
For more information, see:
Change the print speed or quality
Cause:The print settings were set incorrectly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Clean the print cartridges
Solution:Print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print
cartridges. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the
problem persists, you might need to replace the print cartridges.
Cause:The print cartridges need to be cleaned.
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							Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely
Try the following solutions if the ink is not filling the text or image completely so that it
appears that parts are missing or blank.
•
Solution 1: HP recommends using genuine HP print cartridges
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Solution 2: Check the print settings
•
Solution 3: Check the paper type
•
Solution 4: Clean the print cartridges
Solution 1: HP recommends using genuine HP print cartridges
Solution:Check to see if your print cartridges are genuine HP print cartridges.
HP recommends that you use genuine HP print cartridges. Genuine HP print
cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great
results, time after time.
NOTE:HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of using a non-HP supply will not be covered
under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP print cartridges, go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Cause:Non-HP ink was being used.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Check the print settings
Solution:Check the print settings.
• Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of paper loaded in
the input tray.
• Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the amount of
ink used for printing.
For more information, see:
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Select a paper type
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Change the print speed or quality
•
Maximum dpi
Cause:The paper type or print quality settings were incorrectly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Check the paper type
Solution:HP recommends that you use HP Advanced Papers or any other paper
type that is appropriate for the product.
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							Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
For more information, see:
Store and handle photo paper
Cause:The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Clean the print cartridges
Solution:Print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print
cartridges. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the
problem persists, you might need to replace the print cartridges.
Cause:The print cartridges need to be cleaned.
The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless
print
Try the following solutions if your borderless print has a blurry band or line on the bottom
of it.
NOTE:For this issue, there is not a problem with your ink supplies. Therefore,
replacing the print cartridges is not necessary.
•Solution 1: Check the paper type
•
Solution 2: Check the print quality setting
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Solution 3: Rotate the image
Solution 1: Check the paper type
Solution:HP recommends that you use HP Advanced Papers or any other paper
type that is appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
For more information, see:
Store and handle photo paper
Cause:The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
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