Shadow Printer on Colour Printer HP1525

[DM1999]

My HP CP1525nw colour printer has started shadow printing on PDFs when colour printing - it doesn't happen when printing in grayscale. I tried Unistalling and reinstalling the printer, as well as updating the drivers. Any suggestions?

[A_Gayathri]

Hi @DM1999,

Welcome to the HP Support Community

I understand you are facing a print quality issue with your HP LaserJet Pro CP1525nw Color Printer Shadow printing. Not to worry I will help you to get a resolution to resolve the issue.

To assist better:

Are you using genuine HP ink cartridges?

Does the copy print out the same way? 

What's the application you are trying to print from? 

Have you tried printing from a different application or device? 

While you respond to that, let's print a Print Quality Diagnostic page -Post the Print Quality Diagnostic page here so we can help you further.

Update the printer firmware 

• Click here to download and install the latest printer firmware from your product
• Click here to know different methods of updating the printer firmware.

1. Check your ink or toner levels: Make sure that your printer has enough ink or toner to print the document. If you're running low, replace the cartridges as needed.
2. Verify the document content: Open the Word document and make sure that there is actual content in it. Sometimes, a blank page might be the result of an empty or corrupted document.
3. Page setup and margins: Check your document's page setup and margins to ensure they are properly configured. Incorrect margins or page settings can sometimes lead to blank pages.
4. Printer settings in Word: Open your Word document and go to the "File" menu, then select "Print." In the Print dialog, make sure that the correct printer (HP OfficeJet Pro 6968) is selected. Also, check for any unusual print settings that might be causing the issue.
5. Update or reinstall printer drivers: Outdated or corrupt printer drivers can sometimes cause printing problems. Visit the HP website to download and install the latest printer drivers for your OfficeJet Pro 6968.
6. Restart your computer and printer: Sometimes, issues can be resolved by simply restarting both your computer and the printer. Turn off both devices, wait a few seconds, and then turn them back on.
7. Try a different program: To determine if the issue is specific to Microsoft Word, try printing from a different application, such as Notepad or a web browser. This can help you determine if the problem is with Word or the printer.
8. Print a different document: Create a new Word document with a simple text and try to print it. This will help you determine if the issue is specific to the original document.
9. Check for software updates: Ensure that your operating system, Microsoft Word, and the printer software are up to date. Sometimes, software updates can fix compatibility issues.
10. Print a test page from the printer itself: Most printers have a built-in self-test or diagnostic page feature. Refer to your printer's manual to print a test page directly from the printer. This can help you confirm if the printer is functioning correctly.

• follow the troubleshooting steps  HP LaserJet Pro CP1525n and CP1525nw Color Printers - Resolving Print Quality Issues

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

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[DM1999]

Thank you for your reply and apologies for my slow one. I did have an empty toner cartridge and after many attempts to buy original directly from HP (They wouldn't accept my credit card with a different shipping address and eventually I had to paid a much higher price for original toner through a different supplier. HP Customer Service was not helpful). Having said that, the new cartridge did correct the issue.

Many thanks