Make sure the paper size matches the printer setting

1From the software application, click File Œ Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Paper Setup.

4Check the paper size.

Print speed is slow

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Maximize computer processing speed

Close all applications not in use.

Minimize the number and size of graphics and images in the document.

Remove as many unused fonts as possible from your system.

Add memory

Consider purchasing more RAM.

Select a lower print quality

1From the software application, click File Œ Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Quality/Copies.

4From the Quality/Speed area, select a lower print quality.

Removing and reinstalling the software

For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the software” on page 100.

Partial document or photo prints

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Check document placement

Make sure the document or photo is loaded facedown on the scanner glass in the upper left corner.

Check paper size

Make sure the paper size being used matches the document or photo size you selected.

Photo smudges

To prevent smudging, avoid touching the surface of a printed photo. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing.

Ink levels seem incorrect

There are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

Are you printing graphics or photos?

When you print documents with a large number of graphics, or with the Photo Quality/Speed setting, the printer uses more ink. The type of documents you print and the print quality you select affect the amount of ink the printer uses.

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Lexmark 3500, 4500 manual Print speed is slow, Partial document or photo prints, Photo smudges, Ink levels seem incorrect