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- Odd symbols appearing at the top of the page

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07-25-2022 01:11 PM
My printer is printing odd symbols at the top of the page. I installed genuine HP printer cartridges recently. I am working with Windows 10. This is a recent problem. Printer had been working well since 2019 when I purchased it new. Can someone assist me, please?
08-05-2022 06:57 AM
@TampaBayBucs
Welcome to the HP support community.
I understand that your printer is printing unexpected symbols, I am glad to assist you.
Reset the printer
- Resetting the printer can often resolve printing issues.
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the printer.
- Unplug the power cord from the power source.
- Wait 60 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to a wall outlet and to the printer.
Download and run HP Print and Scan Doctor
- Download and run HP Print and Scan Doctor to automatically identify and resolve the issue.
Refer to this HP document for further assistance:- Click here
Keep me posted.
If this helps, please mark the public post as an accepted solution so that it benefits several others.
Cheers.
Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee