Uneven or Streaked Colors. Canon PIXMA MG6850, PIXMA MG6851, PIXMA MG6853, PIXMA MG6840, Pixma MG6852, PIXMA MG6800 series

Canon PIXMA MG6851 is a versatile device that empowers you to print high-quality photos and documents effortlessly. With its easy-to-use features and exceptional connectivity options, you can unleash your creativity and simplify your printing tasks.

Embrace seamless wireless printing from your smartphone or tablet using the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app. Effortlessly connect to the printer via Wi-Fi for convenient printing from any corner of your home. Additionally, the PIXMA MG6851 supports Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, offering versatile printing solutions for various devices.

Experience the convenience of direct printing from USB drives using the built-in USB port. The printer's intuitive interface and user-friendly controls ensure a hassle-free printing experience. Maintain optimal performance with the automatic maintenance function, which consistently cleans and aligns the print head for exceptional print quality and efficiency.

Unlock your creativity with My Image Garden software. This comprehensive software suite provides a wide range of editing, printing, and scanning options, enabling you to unleash your imagination. Effortlessly transform your precious memories into stunning prints, greeting cards, and more.

Maximize your productivity with the fast print speeds of up to 12.8 ipm for black-and-white documents and 9.3 ipm for color documents. Handle diverse printing needs with ease, from everyday documents to vibrant photos.

Uneven or Streaked Colors

Uneven Colors

Streaked Colors

Check1

Check paper and print quality settings.

Print Results Are Unsatisfactory

Check2

Print nozzle check pattern and perform any necessary maintenance operations such as print head cleaning.

Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzles.

For details on printing the nozzle check pattern, print head cleaning, and print head deep cleaning, see

If Printing

Is Faint or Uneven

• If nozzle check pattern is not printed correctly:

Check if the ink tank for the problem color is empty.

If the ink tank is not empty, perform print head cleaning and try printing the nozzle check pattern again.

• If problem is not resolved after performing print head cleaning twice:

Perform print head deep cleaning.

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If the problem is not resolved after performing print head deep cleaning, turn off the machine and perform print head deep cleaning again 24 hours later.

• If problem is not resolved after performing print head deep cleaning twice:

If print head deep cleaning does not resolve the problem, the print head may be damaged. Contact your nearest Canon service center to request a repair.

Check3

Perform print head alignment.

Aligning the Print Head

Note

• If the problem is not resolved after performing the print head alignment, perform print head alignment manually from your computer.

• For Windows:

Aligning the Print Head Position

• For Mac OS:

Aligning the Print Head Position

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Key Features

Exceptional print quality with vivid colors and sharp details
Versatile connectivity options for wireless and USB printing
User-friendly interface and intuitive controls for effortless operation
Automatic maintenance function ensures optimal performance and efficiency
My Image Garden software suite offers comprehensive editing, printing, and scanning capabilities
Fast print speeds of up to 12.8 ipm for black-and-white and 9.3 ipm for color documents
AirPrint and Google Cloud Print support for seamless printing from various mobile devices