Lexmark X3470 User's Guide - Page 54
Achieving better print quality, Improving print quality - install
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Achieving better print quality Improving print quality If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a document, make sure you: • Use the appropriate paper for the document. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you are printing photos or other high-quality images. • Make sure the glossy or printable side faces you. (If you are not sure which side is the printable side, see the instructions that came with the paper.) • Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white. • Select a higher print quality. If the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print cartridge. For more information, see "Aligning the print cartridge using the computer" on page 54. If print quality has not improved, continue to step 2. 2 Clean the print cartridge nozzles. For more information, see "Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles" on page 54. If print quality has not improved, continue to step 3. 3 Remove and reinsert the print cartridge. For more information, see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 52 and "Installing a print cartridge" on page 52. If print quality has not improved, continue to step 4. 4 Wipe the print nozzles and contacts. For more information, see "Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts" on page 55. If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridge. For more information, see "Ordering supplies" on page 56. Aligning the print cartridge using the computer To improve print quality, align the print cartridge immediately after you install it. For more information, see "Installing a print cartridge" on page 52. 1 Load paper. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 3 Click the Maintain/Troubleshoot button. 4 Click Maintenance. 5 Click Align to fix blurry edges. 6 Click Print. An alignment page prints. 7 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles 1 Load plain paper. 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 54