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Ink Cartridge Full But Not Printing? Here’s What to do
Clear the print queue and update the printer driver
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Updated onAugust 21, 2024
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Is your printer’s ink cartridge full but not printing? If so, you are not alone, asseveral other usershave crossed paths with this problem.
Well, the only job of a printer is to print, and if that doesn’t happen, it could be frustrating. Andthis isn’t the only problemyou will encounter with a printer.
Do not worry. In this guide, we have listed some solutions and methods that can help you resolve the ink cartridge full but not printing problem. Our solutions vary from basic to advanced troubleshooting methods. So, sit back, and let us look at the solutions.
Why is my printer not printing even though the ink cartridge is full?
We have compiled a list of reasons which is the reason why your printer isn’t printing even after the ink cartridge is full.
What can I do to get prints from my printer?
1. Update the printer driver
This is the usual way of updating the driver on your Windows PC. However, to fasten the process, you can take the help of a dedicated tool calledOutbyte Driver Updater.
With Outbyte Driver Updater, you can update all of the drivers in one go. It also helps you perform scheduled scans, create a driver backup, act as an efficient download manager, and more.
2. Check if the printhead is clogged
As mentioned, when you have refilled your cartridge or purchased a new one, the printhead of it will be clogged. The printhead is the place from where the ink flows and colors your print.
You should remove the cartridge and check the printhead; if you see a seal or tape, remove it. Also, you can take one step further and rub the printhead with a cloth to ensure the color flows without issues.
3. Automatically clean the printhead
The automatic deep clean option comes with many of the printer software. The above steps are shown for Canon printers. You can also check if your printer brand provides this option or not.
4. Clear the print queue
That is it from us in this guide. If nothing works, it is better to take your printer to a service center and check if it is a hardware issue.
For some reason, if thedocuments disappear from your PC’s print queue, you can apply the fixes mentioned in our guide.
Canon printer users havereported facing paper jam issues. You can check out the solutions in our guide to resolve the problem.
Also, if you are having issues withthe Epson printer not printing, you can check out the solutions in the guide to quickly fix the problem.
We also have a tip guide that explains how you caneasily print double-sided on Windows 11in just three easy steps.
Feel free to let us know in the comments below which one of the above solutions resolved the ink cartridge full but printer not printing issue.
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Sagar Naresh
Sagar is a web developer and technology journalist. Currently associated with WindowsReport and SamMobile. When not writing, he is either at the gym sweating it out or playing country music on his guitar.
He is an avid traveler and has been to 15 countries, going to more places soon. TRAVEL and WORK is his mantra for a peaceful life.
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