Printer Cartridges – 10 Tips to Make them Last Long

We are all aware of the high running costs of a Printer and hence one should seriously think of helping the Printer Cartridges last long which will ultimately mean more savings. Ink Post recommends the following simple tips which can help you in getting the most out of the Printer Cartridges:

  1. Try to avoid Printing as much as possible: Printer Cartridges and Paper can be easily saved if we use Printers only when actually needed. One should look at all alternatives available for sharing documents in soft copy i.e. pdf format or by uploading to the internet.  
  2. Use the Print Preview option: Avoid rejection of print-outs by using the Print Preview option to make all adjustments.
  3. Use draft or economy option: Use lower resolution for printing needs which don’t demand heavier fonts or resolution.
  4. Avoid Printing Pictures: Pictures use tremendous amounts of ink, particularly expensive colored ink.
  5. Cheap Printer Ink Cartridges: Look for other alternatives for your printer in terms of cost without compromising on quality.
  6. Turn off the Printer: When not in use, always turn off the Printer so that the Printer cleaning cycle doesn’t empty the cartridge out.
  7. Avoid Extreme temperature: Try not to expose your Printer Cartridge to high variations in temperature as this can adversely affect your cartridge.
  8. Choose the correct Paper: There are papers which will absorb more ink and will more easily smear the ink, making the print job look dull.
  9. Take care of the Cartridge: Shaking the Printer Cartridge can damage the print head or the sensor chips in the cartridge.
  10. Check for clogs: To do so, simply remove the cartridge from the printer, and wipe the bottom with a damp paper towel. Then, reinstall it and try printing again.

Ink Post offers a wide range of replacement cartridges, generic printer supplies, and remanufactured and recycled printer inkjet cartridges for various brands.