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I have a new HP deskjet 3050A - J611...how can I print most work in black only? (2030 Views)
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I have a new HP deskjet 3050A - J611...how can I print most work in black only?

‎12-08-2011 07:05 AM

Most of my printing work is black and white only.  How do I request black and white only without wasting most of my color cartridge content.

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‎12-08-2011 07:59 AM

Please read this post then provide some details.   What operating system? In most versions of Windows you can set the defaults in the Printers folder.  Look for a setting for "Print in Grayscale" and "Use black ink only".

 

The black ink is pigmented and is not compatible with most photo papers.  If you have selected photo media  as a paper type the black cartridge will not be used.

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‎12-08-2011 08:46 AM

Thanks a lot.....I didn't quite folow what the grayscale meant.
Now perfectly clear and thanks again.
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