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05-09-2025 05:59 AM
I have an HP Office Jet 8010 but the colour has stopped printing properly ink is full printy head aligned etc but still a proble. Any advice as support at HP not helpful.
05-10-2025 07:13 AM
@MoonOyster, Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your printer. Here are a few steps you can try to resolve the issue:
Clean the Printhead: Sometimes, dried ink or debris can block the printhead. You can clean it manually or use the printer's built-in cleaning function.
Check Ink Cartridges: Ensure that the ink cartridges are properly installed and not expired. Sometimes, even if they are full, expired cartridges can cause issues.
Print Quality Diagnostic Page: Print a test page to check for any specific color issues. This can help identify if a particular color is missing or misaligned.
Update Printer Firmware: Make sure your printer's firmware is up to date. Sometimes, software updates can fix printing issues.
Reset Printer: Try resetting the printer to its default settings. This can sometimes resolve unexpected issues.
You may refer to this document - HP OfficeJet 6900, 8010, 8020, 8030 printers - No black ink, wrong colors, other print quality issue...
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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