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Basic Printing Setup

This section describes settings on the Quick Setup tab used for basic printing.

  1. Check that printer is turned on

  2. Load paper in printer

  3. Open printer driver's setup screen

  4. Select frequently used settings

    On the Quick Setup tab, use Commonly Used Settings to select from predefined print settings.
    When you select a print setting, the settings for Additional Features, Media Type, and Printer Paper Size automatically switch to the predefined values.

    figure:Commonly Used Settings on the Quick Setup tab

  5. Select print quality

    For Print Quality, select from High, Standard, or Fast.

    figure:Print Quality on the Quick Setup tab

    Important

    • The print quality selections will differ depending on which print setting you select.

  6. Select paper source

    Select Manual Feed or Top Feed that matches your purpose for Paper Source.

    figure:Paper Source on the Quick Setup tab

    Important

    • The paper source settings that can be selected may differ depending on the paper type and size.

  7. Click OK

    The printer will now print using these settings.

    figure:OK on the Quick Setup tab

Important

  • If you are performing large-format printing, make sure that the ink tank has plenty of remaining ink.
  • When you select the Always Print with Current Settings check box, all settings specified on the Quick Setup, Main, and Page Setup tabs are saved, and you can print with the same settings from the next time as well.
  • To register the current settings as a new preset, click Save... under Commonly Used Settings.
  • To print by using the manual feed tray, perform the operation according to the instructions displayed on the screen.

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