Lexmark 4800 Series manual Print speed is slow, Partial document or photo prints

Make sure you use photo paper

Borderless printing requires photo paper. Small margins are printed when you select the Borderless feature when you are printing on plain paper.

Make sure the paper size matches the printer setting

1From the software application, click File ΠPrint.

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 ΠPrint.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click Quality/Copies.

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

Remove and reinstall the software

It is sometimes helpful to remove the existing printer software and reinstall it.

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 lower right corner.

Check paper size

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

Photo smudges or scratches

To prevent photo smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects. 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.

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