Print Results Not Satisfactory. Canon PIXMA MG2550S, PIXMA G4410 - Mac, PIXMA MG2520 (MG2500 Series), PIXMA MG2545S, PIXMA MG2540S, PIXMA MG2500 serie, PIXMA MG2555, PIXMA MG2550, PIXMA MG2522, PIXMA MG2540

Print Results Not Satisfactory

If the print result is not satisfactory due to white streaks, misaligned lines, or uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first.

Check1 paper?

Do the page size and media type settings match the size and type of the loaded

When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result.

If you are printing a photograph or an illustration, incorrect paper type settings may reduce the quality of the printout color.

Also, if you print with an incorrect paper type setting, the printed surface may be scratched.

Confirm the page size and media type settings using the printer driver.

Printing with Easy Setup

Check2 Make sure that the appropriate print quality is selected using the printer driver.

Select a print quality option suitable for the paper and image for printing. If you notice blurs or uneven colors, increase the print quality setting and try printing again.

You can confirm the print quality setting using the printer driver.

Changing the Print Quality and Correcting Image Data

Check3 If the problem is not resolved, there may be other causes.

See also the sections below:

Cannot Print to End of Job

No Printing Results/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/White Streaks

Colors Are Unclear

Lines Are Misaligned

Line Does Not Print or Prints Partially

Image Does Not Print or Prints Partially

Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots

Paper Is Smudged/Printed Surface Is Scratched

Back of the Paper Is Smudged

Colors Are Uneven or Streaked

If the Printed Paper Has Been Discolored

Colors may fade with time if the printed paper is left for a long period of time.

After printing, dry the paper sufficiently, avoid high temperatures, high humidity, and direct sunlight, and store or display indoors at room temperature and normal humidity.

To avoid direct exposure to air, it is recommended that you store the paper in an album, plastic folder, photo frame, etc.

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