Question
How do I choose the right print quality troubleshooting approach?
Answer
Match the fix to the symptom. Different defects point to different causes, so identify what you are actually seeing first, then work the matching steps in order rather than randomly changing settings.
| Symptom | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Banding or streaks | Print head or nozzle issue |
| Color shifts | Calibration or color profile |
| Smudging | Wrong paper type or driver setting |
| Blurriness | Low file resolution |
- Diagnose before you adjust, guessing wastes stock and time.
- Work one symptom fully before moving to the next.
- Re-run a test page after each change to confirm it helped.
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