HP Deskjet 3820 Color Inkjet Printer - Manual (Page 78)

printer is slow
Several variables can cause this situation. Click the topic below that best describes the
printer's situation:
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multiple software applications are open
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complex documents, graphics, or photographs are printing
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print cartridges are not aligned
If none of the above topics describes the situation, then review the following:
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printer driver is outdated
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computer does not meet system requirements
multiple software applications are open
If too many software applications are open, the printer cannot print at its optimum
speed.
Close all unnecessary software applications, then print the document again.
complex documents, graphics, or photographs are printing
Documents containing graphics or photographs may print slower than text documents.
To improve speed, try the following:
1. Open the Printer Properties dialog box.
2. On the Setup tab, if the 4800x1200 dpi box is selected, change the selection
to PhotoREt .
3. Reprint the document.
4. If the document still prints too slowly, then open the Printer Properties dialog
box.
5. Click the Advanced tab.
6. Select the Low Memory Mode option.
7. Reprint the document.
Print quality may be reduced if you use Low Memory Mode.