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"Print cartridge is in the wrong slot" message
If you receive this error message, the print cartridge is installed in the wrong side of the
print cartridge cradle.
Always install the tri-color print cartridge in the left print cartridge cradle compartment.
Install the black or photo print cartridge in the right print cartridge cradle compartment.
Photos do not print correctly
● Check the paper tray
● Check the printer properties
● Colors are tinted or incorrect
● Horizontal lines appear on a photo
● Part of the photo is faded
Check the paper tray
1. Verify that the photo paper is placed in the paper tray with the side to be printed on
facing down.
2. Slide the paper forward until it stops.
3. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the paper.
Do not press the guide so firmly against the paper that the paper bends or curls.
Check the printer properties
Open the Printer Properties dialog box and verify the following options:
Tab
Setting
Features
Size: An appropriate paper size
Paper Type: An appropriate photo paper
Print Quality: Best or Maximum dpi
Colors are tinted or incorrect
If colors in photos appear tinted or incorrect, follow these steps:
1. Verify that neither print cartridge is low on ink.
For more information, see View estimated ink levels. If neither print cartridge is low
on ink, proceed to step 2.
2. Align the print cartridges.
3. Reprint the photo.
4. If colors continue to appear tinted or incorrect, open the Printer Properties dialog
box, click the Color tab, and then click the More color options button.
5. Adjust the colors by using the More color options dialog box.
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