A customer states their inkjet printer is not printing as clearly as it once did. The technician should FIRST perform which of the following functions to rectify this?

The correct answer is B. Calibrate the printer. When an inkjet printer's output quality degrades, the first step is to calibrate the printer, which typically includes running a printhead alignment and nozzle cleaning cycle. This corrects smearing, banding, and misaligned colors - common causes of unclear output - without any…

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Question

A customer states their inkjet printer is not printing as clearly as it once did. The technician should FIRST perform which of the following functions to rectify this?

Options

AReplace ink packs
BCalibrate the printer
CUse a different type of paper
DReplace the USB cable

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(42 responses)

A
7% (3)
B
81% (34)
C
10% (4)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

When an inkjet printer's output quality degrades, the first step is to calibrate the printer, which typically includes running a printhead alignment and nozzle cleaning cycle. This corrects smearing, banding, and misaligned colors - common causes of unclear output - without any cost. Replacing ink packs is premature if the cartridges are not actually empty. Changing paper type or replacing the USB cable would not address print quality issues caused by head misalignment or clogged nozzles.

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