My printout is grainy when I print from any application. What should I do?

• If your printouts are grainy, try these solutions:
  • Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper faceup in the sheet feeder.
  • Select a higher print quality setting and turn off any high speed settings in your product software.
  • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary.
  • Align the print head.
  • You may need to increase the image resolution or print a smaller size; see your software documentation.

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