Enhancing a photo

The Enhance feature lets you make subtle adjustments to the brightness, contrast, and sharpness of an image.

1From the Productivity Studio Welcome Screen, click File Œ Open to select the image you want to edit.

2With an image open, click the Enhancements tab.

3Click Enhance.

4Use the slider to adjust the Enhance setting. You can preview the changes to your image by comparing the Before and After preview panes at the top of the window.

Note: Click Automatic to let the software automatically enhance your photo.

5Click OK to accept your changes, or click Cancel to reject them.

Enhancing photo print quality using Printing Preferences

The Image Enhancements tab lets you adjust the contrast, flash fill, and sharpness of a photo. You can choose automatic or manual settings to make the changes you want. The preview window shows the results of the selected image enhancements on your photo.

1With a photo open, click File Œ Print.

2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.

3Click the Image Enhancement tab.

4From the Contrast Enhancements area of the screen, select Automatic if you want the printer to apply an optimum amount of contrast, or On if you want to manually control the amount of contrast with the slider. Move the slider to control how much contrast is applied. Select Off to apply no contrast.

5From the Flash Fill area of the screen, select Automatic if you want the printer to lighten the darker areas of a photo, or On if you want to manually control the amount of flash fill with the slider. Move the slider to control how much flash fill is applied. Select Off to apply no flash fill.

6From the Image Sharpening area of the screen, select None to apply no image sharpening or softening. Select Automatically Sharpen Images if you want the printer to sharpen a photo, or Automatically Soften Images if you want the printer to blur or soften a photo.

Working with photos

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9500 Series specifications

The Lexmark 9500 Series is a highly versatile and efficient line of printers designed to meet the demanding needs of both home and office users. Known for its advanced technology and high-quality output, the 9500 Series is equipped with features that cater to a wide range of printing requirements.

One of the standout features of the Lexmark 9500 Series is its Exceptional Resolution Technology. This technology allows for crisp, high-definition prints with a resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, ensuring that text and images are rendered with remarkable clarity and detail. This makes it an ideal choice for professionals who require high-quality documents, marketing materials, or even photo prints.

The printer's fast print speeds are another prominent characteristic. Capable of printing up to 35 pages per minute for monochrome documents and 29 pages per minute for color prints, the Lexmark 9500 Series maximizes productivity and minimizes waiting time. This is particularly beneficial in busy office environments where time is of the essence.

In addition to its speed and quality, the 9500 Series also features a user-friendly interface. The large, intuitive control panel makes navigating through various functions, such as scanning, copying, and faxing, straightforward and efficient. The device supports a range of mobile printing options, including Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, allowing users to print directly from their smartphones and tablets with ease.

The Lexmark 9500 Series incorporates proprietary Lexmark Unison toner technology, which not only enhances print quality but also maximizes print yields. This eco-friendly toner system reduces waste and contributes to lower operational costs, making it a cost-effective choice for users mindful of their environmental footprint.

Moreover, the 9500 Series boasts robust security features. With options for secure printing and user authentication, sensitive documents are protected from unauthorized access, making it suitable for organizations that deal with confidential information.

In conclusion, the Lexmark 9500 Series stands out as a powerful printing solution characterized by high-quality output, fast performance, and user-friendly features. Its advanced technology, coupled with a focus on productivity and security, makes it an excellent choice for both home and office environments. Whether for everyday printing needs or specialized tasks, this series is designed to deliver outstanding results consistently.