This is in our general tips about Electronics, but it's worth digging in a bit deeper with printers since they come with an array of options. First and foremost, consider the basics. If you're printing basic documents, you don't need an expensive printer capable of creating … [Read more...] about Pay for what you need
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Get a package deal
Companies selling computers often offer deals on accompanying printers. This is a great way to get a cheap--or even free--printer. If you already own a computer, see if you can get a deal on any of the printer's accessories or get an overall better price by buying the printer and … [Read more...] about Get a package deal
Don’t print your own photos
Typically we expect to pay more to have a professional do work for us, instead of doing it ourselves. We expect to pay for the convenience or for a better quality job. So when it comes to printing photos from your digital camera, you might be tempted to use your own printer … [Read more...] about Don’t print your own photos
Check the cartridge before throwing it out
Even if the cartridge appears to be out of ink...check it. First, give it a little shake. Yes, believe it or not, a gentle shake can more evenly redistribute the ink in the cartridge, providing a longer life. Second, check for clogs. Run a moist cloth along the bottom of the … [Read more...] about Check the cartridge before throwing it out
Ignore “out of ink” warnings
PC World found that most printers show "out of ink" warnings well before the ink cartridge is actually out of ink. In some cases, cartridges still had up to 45% of their ink remaining. This is still a good warning sign that you should buy a new ink cartridge, but don't replace … [Read more...] about Ignore “out of ink” warnings