Printouts are faded or have dull colors

Try the following solutions to resolve the issue. Solutions are listed in order, with the most likely solution first. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the remaining solutions until the issue is resolved.

Solution 1: Check the print settings

Solution 2: Check the paper type

Solution 3: Check the print catridges

Solution 4: Replace the print cartridge

Solution 1: Check the print settings

Solution: Check the print settings.

Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of paper loaded in the input tray.

Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the amount of ink used for printing.

For more information, see:

Select a paper type

Change the print speed or quality

Maximum dpi

Cause: The paper type or print quality settings were incorrect.

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 2: Check the paper type

Solution: HP recommends that you use HP Advanced Papers or any other paper type that is appropriate for the product.

Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.

For more information, see:

Store and handle photo paper

Cause: The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 3: Check the print catridges

Solution: Print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print cartridges. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the problem persists, you might need to replace the print cartridges.

Check the estimated ink levels in the print cartridges.

Print quality is poor

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