Grayscale or black

[fredsings]

Is it possible to set this printer's default to Black ink only or grayscale?

We never print color. It would be more cost effective for supplies.

I've seen online tutorials, but they're old and my drop down menus are not the same.

I appreciate your expertise.

[Jay_G24]

Hi @fredsings,

I'd like to help!

Follow these steps to set the print settings to print with black ink only.

You might need to change your print settings every time you print.

1. In your software application, click Print.

2. Select your printer from the list of available printers.

3. Click the Paper Type/Quality menu.

4. Click the triangle next to Color Options.

5. From the Color menu, select Grayscale or Black & White.

   NOTE: 

   To use even less black ink, select the Draft setting.

6. Select Black Print ink cartridge Only, and then click Print to start the print job.

NOTE: 

When you print in color, you must turn off the grayscale setting in the Printer Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences window.

Note: Your printer is designed to print only when all ink cartridges have ink. To prevent clogs in the printing mechanism and other print quality issues, some ink must be available in all the cartridges to perform periodic servicing tasks.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted. 

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