When printing photos I get gradient lines on image. All non photo printing is fine

[savagegrace]

When printing photos I get gradient lines on printed image. Has done this since the printer was new. All non photo printing is fine.

[A_Gayathri]

Hi @savagegrace,

Welcome to HP Support Community.  

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

If you are experiencing gradient lines when printing photos on your HP OfficeJet Pro 8210 printer, there are solutions you can try to resolve the issue:

Update Printer Drivers: Ensure that you have the latest printer drivers installed. Visit the HP official website, locate your printer model, and download the latest drivers for Windows 10 (64-bit). Install the updated drivers and see if it resolves the issue.

Check Print Settings: Verify that you are using the correct print settings for photo printing. Adjust the print quality and paper type settings to match the type of photo paper you are using. Higher-quality settings may reduce the appearance of gradient lines.

Use Genuine HP Ink Cartridges: Ensure that you are using genuine HP ink cartridges. Using third-party or refilled cartridges may result in print quality issues.

Clean Printheads: The printer may have clogged printheads, especially if the issue has been present since the printer was new. Most printers have a utility for cleaning printheads. Refer to your printer's manual or HP support for instructions on how to clean the printheads.

Calibrate Printer: Some printers have a calibration feature that can help improve print quality. Check your printer's manual for instructions on how to calibrate the printer.

Check Paper Quality: Make sure you are using high-quality photo paper that is compatible with your printer. Low-quality or incompatible paper can affect print quality.

Inspect Ink Levels: Check the ink levels in your cartridges. If any of the cartridges are low, replace them. Low ink levels can affect print quality.

Print a Test Page: Print a test page to check if the gradient lines are present on a basic document. This can help determine whether the issue is specific to photo printing or a more general problem.

I hope this helps. 

Take care and have a good day.-

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