Using the Print Head Alignment utility for Windows

If you notice a misalignment of vertical lines or horizontal banding, you may be able to solve this problem by using the Print Head Alignment utility in your printer driver.

Refer to the appropriate section below.

Note:

Do not press the maintenance button to cancel printing while printing a test pattern with the Print Head Alignment utility.

Follow the steps below to align the print head using the Print Head Alignment utility.

Make sure that no error light is flashing or on.

Make sure A4 size plain paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.

Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Print Head Alignment.

If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon.

From the shortcut icon on the taskbar

Follow the on-screen instructions to align the print head.

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