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 in the printer driver.
Note: To keep the print head clear and ready to print, the printer 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 or Grayscale is not recommended for printing black-and-white photos.
Note: If your product displays a message instructing you to replace an expended ink cartridge, you will need to replace the cartridge before you can print.
Windows
- Select the print command in your application.
- Make sure the product is selected as the printer.
- Click Properties or Preferences.
Note: 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.
- Select Black/Grayscale under Print Options.
- Click OK.
Mac OS X
- Select the print command in your application.
- Make sure the product is selected as the printer.
- Click the button to expand the print window, if necessary.
- Select Print Settings from the printer options pop-up menu.
- Select Grayscale for the Color setting.
Published: Jun 27, 2013
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