Even though printers aren't a very new concept (Epson invented the first electronic printer way back in 1968! ), they remain an essential component of the majority of workplace settings today. We depend on this essential office supply every day for printing out candidate questionnaires, client-facing materials, internal handbooks, and even postal stamps. Therefore, when there is an issue, it can have a significant effect. 

Every company that chooses to rent or purchase printer equipment should be aware of the three most typical issues that might arise with these devices, as well as the quickest fixes for each of these issues.

1. There’s STILL a paper jam!

This is one that Sharp Solution encounters frequently. The crumpled piece of paper that was causing the printer to jam has been removed, but the printer still reports a jam. Great. Nevertheless, the printer is still giving you an error message. Why? Because there are times when the obvious obstruction isn't the one that is primary obstruction. 

We advise totally emptying the paper tray and using a torch to look inside. You might discover a small piece of paper that was ripped off or a sneaky piece of paper that was pulled through with another and got caught in the mechanism. Even paperclips and hairpins have been discovered!

If paper keeps getting jammed in the printer, it might be necessary to thoroughly clean the internal mechanism. Or it could be that the paper you're using is a little too heavy for your machine. It's typically preferable to have the printer repair professionals look at things if jams keep happening.  

2. The quality is worse than usual

It stands to reason that your printouts won't always be of the same caliber if you're utilizing an inkjet printer. Typically, when ink levels drop, print quality can begin to deteriorate. This is frequently a hint that you should submit a replacement order. What if the cartridges were only recently changed?

The printer heads becoming blocked is the most frequent cause of this. It occurs. And it happens frequently if you haven't used the printer in a long, as if the workplace is closed for the holidays. Your printout may have some streaks, faded colors, or altogether incorrect colors.

Here, you need to clean the print heads, which is a straightforward task in and of itself. Finding out just how to do it is the tricky part! You'll need to consult your printer handbook or find someone who is an expert on the model and make because the procedure varies between them.

3. It just won’t print!

You are heard. Your printer could occasionally refuse to print even though it doesn't indicate a problem. There are numerous reasons why this might occur. Something as simple as forgetting there is no paper in the tray could be the cause. Other times, it could be a bit difficult, like a printer connection issue with the network. 

Verify that the USB cable is correctly plugged in as one of the first things you should attempt here. Alternatively, make sure your WiFi printer is attached to the proper office network if you have one. To see if the WiFi connectivity is the issue, you might also want to try putting a WiFi printer into a USB cable. 

Finding the best choice out of the various alternatives is sometimes a difficult challenge. Despite being excellent at what they do, printers have their own peculiarities, much like every other piece of technology. Sometimes figuring out the cause of printing issues can be a little challenging. 

The easiest solution to printer problems

We have looked at a number of potential fixes for common printer problems, but they can be time-consuming. especially if you are unsure of what the problem is or what you should be doing. We can help you out with this. Sharp Solution offers professional printer repair services that Nigerian businesses may use to reduce the stress of printer maintenance in addition to leasing photocopiers and purchasing office supplies. 

Learn more about our printer repair options by checking out our maintenance and service page.