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02-12-2020 05:55 PM
I am unable to print in color. Cartridge has plenty of ink. I have uninstalled and reinstalled. Many of the old answers either didn't help of had dead links. I would like color to be the default.
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02-15-2020 08:22 AM
Hi @judithann2
Please try these steps -
1.) Select “Start” and type “printers” in the search box.
2.) Choose “Printers & scanners“.
3.) Select “Add a printer or scanner“.
4.) Wait for the “The printer that I want isn’t listed” option to appear, then select it.
5.) Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
6.) Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
7.) Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“. To find the IP address of the printer, touch the Wi-Fi icon on the printer's control panel.
8.) Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
Keep me posted.
Asmita
I am an HP Employee
02-15-2020 04:35 AM
Hi @judithann2
Welcome to the HP Support Community. I'd be happy to assist you with the printing issue.
To better assist you - Does the color copy works?
While you respond to that, please try these steps - Color Ink Not Printing
Hope this helps! Keep me posted.
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Asmita
I am an HP Employee
02-15-2020 08:22 AM
Hi @judithann2
Please try these steps -
1.) Select “Start” and type “printers” in the search box.
2.) Choose “Printers & scanners“.
3.) Select “Add a printer or scanner“.
4.) Wait for the “The printer that I want isn’t listed” option to appear, then select it.
5.) Select “Add a printer using a TCP/IP address or hostname” , then select “Next“.
6.) Select “TCP/IP Device” in the “Device type” list.
7.) Type the hostname or the IP address of the printer. Select “Next“. To find the IP address of the printer, touch the Wi-Fi icon on the printer's control panel.
8.) Windows should find the printer if the printer is on and configured correctly. You may have to specify more information. If prompted, Select the type of network adapter installed in the printer in the “Device Type” drop-down list. You can also click “Custom” to specify custom settings for the network printer. Select “Next“.
Keep me posted.
Asmita
I am an HP Employee
02-23-2020 12:47 AM
Hi @judithann2
That's great! Happy to hear that. If you need further assistance feel free to reach out to us.
Have a great day ahead!
Asmita
I am an HP Employee