19 May How to Prevent Printer Malfunctions
Printed materials are critical for many businesses – and with technology, it’s never been easier to create stunning designs. However, translating the design from a digital screen to a physical piece of paper can be easier said than done. Here’s how to prevent some of the most common printer malfunctions when you’re printing your physical materials.
Clean Up Your Design
If your design is very crowded, it’s more likely that it won’t look as good on paper. Plus, it’s good to clear up your digital workspace as well. If there are lots of empty text boxes or white squares used to cover mistakes, this will take longer for the computer to print than if they were deleted first.
Stick to the Basics
Modern design programs have lots of special effects that can look great on a screen. The only problem? When it comes to printing them out, your printer might not be able to create the same image with physical ink. Effects like drop shadows and transparency layers can’t be easily printed out, and you can save yourself a major headache by avoiding them.
Check the Proof
Before you print your document, check the proof or print preview. Even if you’ve told your printer to print a document a certain way, there could be other factors interfering with the print job that won’t show up in your program. Examples include spacing issues, mismatched colors, and missing fonts. Taking an extra second to check the proof will help you spot these errors before you waste time, paper, and ink.
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