Three Common Printer Problems with an Easy Fix

Why wait for printer repair service only to find out that you could have fixed it yourself? When you have a problem with your printer, stop, take a deep breath, and check these 3 items:

1. Confirm that your printer is plugged in and ready to print. Check all your cables and/or wireless connections. Be sure that you have selected the correct printer from your computer and that the printer driver is installed.
2. Follow the instructions on your printer control panel. This may be as simple as “load paper” or may involve a few steps to unjam the paper. Many printers indicate the location of a paper jam and the steps to correct the problem. Also, be sure that the correct type of paper is being used for your printer and print job.
3. If print quality is an issue, check the toner/ink cartridge. If it’s almost out of toner/ink, the fix may be as simple as replacing your toner cartridge.

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