HP Deskjet D4160 Printer - Print is faded

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Print is faded

Verify that neither of the print cartridges is low on ink.
For more information, see

View estimated ink levels

. If a print cartridge is low on ink,

consider replacing the print cartridge. For the correct part numbers, see the
reference guide that came with the printer.

Verify that a black print cartridge is installed.
If the black text and images on your printouts are faded, you might be printing with
only the tri-color print cartridge. Insert a black print cartridge, in addition to the tri-
color print cartridge, for optimal black print quality.

Verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from the print
cartridges.

1 Remove plastic tape

Consider selecting a higher

print quality

.