While it is possible to get great prints using a Canon a3 printer, there are a few things that can go wrong. Inkjet printers offer an affordable way to make prints from your computer. Owners should always have one or more spare Canon ink cartridges on hand to prevent running low when they must make a print. These tips will help owners to get more from your printer.
If the printer is producing prints that are lighter than expected, the problem is likely a clogged print head. Look in the printer menu for a services or utilities tab. In this tab, there is likely a clean print heads utility. Run the utility once or twice to clear the print head. If this problem is recurring, try turning off the printer using its on/off switch. With some printers, the switch parks the print heads so that they are capped.
Print head alignment problems may cause jagged vertical lines. Look back in the utilities tab for the printer for an align print heads utility. If the utility fails to align the heads, then it is probably time to buy a replacement printer.
Prints that are missing colors may be an indication that one or more of the color print cartridges are running low on ink. Individual color cartridges allow users to replace only the cartridge that is low. Most Canon printers use the tri-color cartridge that must be replaced if it runs out of only one ink.
Damp paper can cause blurry prints. Prevent damp paper by storing in a warm dry place inside the ream wrapper. Additionally, look for an indicator as to the print side of the paper. It usually has a more shiny finish. Blurry prints may also be an indicator or attempting to print at too high a quality for the paper being used. Either choose a lower quality print or use higher quality paper. Use of photo quality on normal print paper is an example of a setting that could cause problems.
Most users are very satisfied with their prints made using canon ink cartridges. Users that are not satisfied should consult the owners manual of their printer.