How do I fix my HP printer that prints blank pages?

5 simple fixes to try:

1. Check ink cartridges.
2. Run the Windows printer troubleshooter.
3. Update the printer driver.
4. Download and run HP Print and Scan Doctor.
5. Configure Print Spooler service.

Why is my printer printing out blank pages?

Several factors may cause the product to print blank pages, such as print settings, low ink, or the product itself. Print a nozzle check pattern to see if any of the nozzles are clogged. Clean the print head, if necessary. Make sure the paper size, orientation, and layout settings in your printer software are correct.

How do I stop my printer from printing blank pages?

Select Skip Blank Page Make sure there’s no blank page in the document you’re trying to print. You can use the Print Preview function to check for any blank pages and remove them before printing. Alternatively, select Skip Blank Page in your printer software.

How can you tell if a printhead is clogged?

HP printheads clog periodically as small amounts of ink or dust dry up and collect in the nozzle. Faint, streaky or spotty prints are all common signs of a clog but a simple cleaning can usually get your HP ink cartridges working again. Printheads clog due to infrequent cartridge use.

Why is my printer not printing black when ink is full?

A printer might not print black ink if it has not been calibrated. Thus, calibrating an Hewlett-Packard printer by aligning its printhead might fix its printing. Most HP printers will include an Align Printhead option on their Printer Maintenance or Tools control panel menus that users can calibrate them with.

Why is my Epson printer printing blank pages when it has ink?

When you start getting blank pages after printing from your Epson printer, it’s called a Blank page error. Most of the time, low ink levels in your printer’s ink cartridge, incorrect print settings are responsible for this error on your Epson printer.

Why is my HP printer not printing after changing cartridges?

Verify the ink cartridge(s) has been inserted properly. If a lever has been changed from its original position to allow the installation of ink cartridges, ensure it has been returned to its original position. Perform a head cleaning on printer if available. Try resetting the ink cartridge counter.

Why does my HP printer say there’s no ink?

Sometimes an ‘Ink Alert’ or ‘Low on Ink’ message displays on the computer or the printer control panel and the printer does not print. The message is intended as a warning so you can have a replacement cartridge available and avoid possible printing delays.

Can you clean a printhead with water?

If you’ve removed the print head unit, soak in a bowl of shallow water for around five minutes. This will loosen any dried ink. Dab the print head unit on a paper towel to remove any ink and moisture. Make sure it is completely dry before inserting back into the printer.

Can you use WD40 to clean printer heads?

First of all WD40 is used on electrical equipment as a cleaner, and it is very safe when used properly. The WD stands for water displacement, it displaces any water, this is good. It is a very good cleaner and does not usually harm equipment.