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Introduction |
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Discover optimal printer settings and
helpful tips to yield the best results and extend the life of your
photo printer. Plus, learn about the accessories, supplies, software
and support available to enhance your printing experience. |
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Explore your photo
printer's features |
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Insert your camera's memory card into the printer's memory card
slot for easy, PC-free printing.
Use your printer's touchscreen to quickly edit photos, including
removing red-eye with the touch of a button!
Whether you frame your photos or keep them in your wallet, enjoy
the option to print in a variety of sizes. |
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HP photo printers offer a range of special
features to help you get better prints in less time.
If your printer has memory card slots:
If your printer has a PictBridge USB port:
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Connect your camera and printer
Easily create a connection between your printer and digital
camera via a USB cord for fast photo viewing and printing.
If your printer has a touchscreen:
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Perform quick photo fixes
Most HP photo printers allow you to remove red-eye, enhance
details, and make other quick fixes to your photos straight
from your touchscreen. Find out more about Editing
photos with your touchscreen printer.
Additional photo printer features:
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Understand your printer
and paper settings |
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Once you've selected Print, click on the
Properties box to locate your print quality
settings.
Choose your preferred setting from the Print
Quality dropdown box.
Under Basic Options, select your preferred
Paper Type from the dropdown box. |
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Printer settings
Knowing when to use different print modes can help you save money,
conserve ink, and get the best print possible.
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Draft mode
This setting lets you print faster while using less ink. And
although it is not the best setting for photo printing, this
mode is perfect for drafts and everyday document printing.
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Normal mode
Suitable for wallet-size photos, otherwise use best mode.
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Best mode
Use this setting to produce the highest quality photos.
In order to switch between the modes, you will need to change your
print quality setting (These are general guidelines. Please refer
to your printer's manual as menus may vary.):
- When ready to print, go to File
and select Print.
- In the print preferences box, click Properties.
- Select your preferred quality from the Print
quality dropdown box.
Paper settings
Your HP printer uses more or less ink depending on what type of
paper you're using.
- Adjust the paper settings each time you change paper sizes
or paper types. (Usually you can select paper type and size
in your printer settings menu.)
- Make sure that if you're printing photos, you use paper that
is specially designed for photo printing, such as HP photo paper.
HP offers a range of paper for your photo printing needs-from
everyday photo paper to professional quality premium photo cards.
Find more information on HP paper below in Choose
the right ink and paper.
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Before you print |
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Use the touchscreen to quickly preview your photos before printing.
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Preview your photos
Save paper and ensure your printout meets expectations by using
your touchscreen to preview your photos and settings before
printing.
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Easily check ink levels
In just a few steps, use the touchscreen to check your printer's
ink levels and make certain you receive the highest quality
printouts.
Watch this short demo for more information on these and other ways
to Simplify
photo printing with a touchscreen.
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Choose the right ink
and paper |
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The advantages of using
original HP inks:
- They have been specifically designed to work best with HP
printers and paper.
- Ink refills are less dependable and may increase the need
for printer maintenance.
- Saves you money by producing 50% more pages per cartridge
than refilled cartridges*.
The advantages of using HP paper:
Never run out of supplies
Visit HP
SureSupply for ink and toner cartridges, and don't forget to
stock up and save with the affordable combo of paper and ink offered
in HP
photo paper and photo value packs.
Get the best quality prints
Make sure your prints come out looking their best by Choosing
the right HP photo paper for your inkjet printer.
*Based on an April 2007 Cartridge Reliability Study by QualityLogic,
Inc. and commissioned by HP. Testing performed on HP 96, 97, 56,
and 57 Inkjet Print Cartridges. Individual results may vary. Read
the Quality Logic study (638KB, PDF) or visit QualityLogic
for full details.
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Update your printer
driver |
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A printer driver is what allows your
computer and printer to communicate, and allows you to change your
printer's settings—such as print quality and paper size.
By having the most current printer driver, you're helping to ensure
your printer is producing its best-quality prints. Learn more about
Downloading
and installing a printer driver, or download
a new driver now.
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Keep things clean |
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Keeping your HP Photosmart All-in-One
scanner glass and document backing free of dust and dirt can help
prevent streaks, smears, and smudges from ruining your scans.
Use the pre-moistened wipes and dry cloths from the HP Cleaning
Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones to easily clean your scanner's
glass and document backing. The kit is specifically designed for
use with HP products, and comes with easy-to-follow directions.
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Find the right printing
accessories |
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Make the most of your HP photo printer with these accessories:
Product availability |
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Ready to upgrade? Take a look at the HP
Photo printer comparison chart and the HP
Compact photo printer comparison chart to compare features and capabilities
and find the right photo printer for you.
Learn more |
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