How do I set my product's software to print only in Black or Grayscale from Windows or my Mac?
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Open a document, then follow the steps below for your operating system to select Black/Grayscale or Grayscale.
Note:
To keep the print head clear and ready to print, the product uses a small amount of ink from all the cartridges whenever it prints. Even if you select Black/Grayscale or Grayscale, some color ink is still being used.
Black/Grayscale and Grayscale is not recommended for printing black-and-white photos.
If color ink is expended but black ink still remains, you may be able to continue printing for a short time on plain paper or envelopes using only black ink. See Temporarily Print From Your Computer with Black Ink When Color Ink Cartridges are Expended.
Windows- Open the File menu or click and select Print.
- Make sure the product is selected as the printer.
- Click Properties or Preferences.
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If you don't see these buttons, click Setup, Printer, or Options, then click Properties or Preferences on the next screen. - Click the Main tab, and select Black/Grayscale under Print Options.
- Click OK.
- Open the File menu and select Print.
- Make sure the product is selected as the printer.
With Mac OS X 10.5 or 10.6, click to expand the Print window, if necessary. - Select Print Settings from the printer options pop-up menu.
- Select Grayscale.
Published: Aug 18, 2010
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