This article explains a few ways to clean printheads. You can use the self-cleaning features on a Windows PC or Mac, or clean printheads manually.
How to clean print heads
Inkjet printers produce high-quality documents and photos. Sometimes the print heads get clogged and the image quality suffers. You may see ink blots or lines on the paper. However, cleaning the print heads is a quick and easy process.
Your printer's printer drivers provide a way to clean the print heads through the Windows Control Panel.
Open Control Panel. Use the Power User Menu or the Start menu, depending on your Windows version.
