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Printer parts

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Control panel features

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  1. Power: Turns the product on or off. When the product is off, a minimal amount of power is still used. To completely remove power, turn off the product, then unplug the power cord.
  1. Cancel: Stops the current operation.
  1. Start Copy Black: Starts a black-and-white copy job. Increase the number of copies (up to 10) by pressing the button multiple times. Acts as a resume button after resolving print problems.
  1. Start Copy Color: Starts a color copy job. Increase the number of copies (up to 10) by pressing the button multiple times. Acts as a resume button after resolving print problems.
  1. Attention light: Indicates that there is a paper jam, the printer is out of paper, or some event that requires your attention.
  1. Cartridge light: Indicates low ink or a print cartridge problem.

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Status Lights

When the product is turned on, the on button light will be lit. When the product is processing a job, the on light will be blinking. Additional blinking lights signal errors that you can resolve. See below to learn about blinking lights and what to do.

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3 Print

Choose a print job to continue.
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Print documents
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Print photos
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Print envelopes

Print documents

To print from a software application

  1. Make sure the output tray is open.
  1. Make sure you have paper loaded in the input tray.

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  1. From your software application, click the Print button.
  1. Make sure the product is the selected printer.
  1. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box.

Depending on your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences.

  1. Select the appropriate options.
  • On Layout tab select Portrait or Landscape orientation.
  • On Paper/Quality tab select the appropriate paper type and print quality from the Media drop-down list.
  • Click Advanced to select the appropriate paper size from the Paper/Output list.
  1. Click OK to close the Properties dialog box.
  1. Click Print or OK to begin printing.

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HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 49 NOTE: You can print your document on both sides of the paper, instead of just one side. Click on the Advanced button on the Paper/Quality or Layout tab. From the Pages to Print drop-down menu select Print Odd Pages Only. Click OK to print. After the odd numbered pages of the document have been printed, remove the document from the output tray. Reload the paper in the input tray with the blank side facing up. Return to the Pages to Print drop-down menu and then select Print Even Pages Only. Click OK to print.

Print photos

To print a photo on photo paper

  1. Make sure the output tray is open.
  1. Remove all paper from the input tray, and then load the photo paper print side up.

NOTE: If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load photo paper so that tabs are on top.
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  1. On the File menu in your software application, click Print.
  1. Make sure the product is the selected printer.
  1. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box.

Depending on your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences.

  1. Click the Paper/Quality tab.
  1. Select the appropriate options.
  • On Layout tab select Portrait or Landscape orientation.
  • On Paper/Quality tab select the appropriate paper type and print quality from the Media drop-down list.
  • Click Advanced to select the appropriate paper size from the Paper/Output list.

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HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 55 NOTE: For maximum dpi resolution, go to the Paper/Quality tab and select Photo Paper, Best Quality from the Media drop-down list. Make sure you are printing in color. Then go to the Advanced tab and select Yes from the Print in Max DPI drop-down list. For more information, see Print using the maximum dpi.

  1. Click OK to return to the Properties dialog box.
  1. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box.
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HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 49 NOTE: Do not leave unused photo paper in the input tray. The paper might start to curl, which could reduce the quality of your printout. Photo paper should be flat before printing.

Print envelopes

You can load one or more envelopes into the input tray of the HP All-in-One. Do not use shiny or embossed envelopes or envelopes that have clasps or windows.

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 55 NOTE: For specific details on how to format text for printing on envelopes, consult the help files in your word processing software. For best results, consider using a label for the return address on envelopes.

To print envelopes

  1. Make sure the output tray is open.
  1. Slide the paper guide all the way to the left.
  1. Place the envelopes in the right side of the tray. The side to be printed on should face up. The flap should be on the left side.
  2. Push the envelopes into the printer until they stop.
  1. Slide the paper guide firmly against the edge of the envelopes.

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  1. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box.

Depending on your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences.

  1. Select the appropriate options.
  • On Paper/Quality tab select a Plain paper type.
  • Click the Advanced button, and select the appropriate envelope size from the Paper Size drop down menu.
  1. Click OK, and then click Print or OK in the Print dialog box.

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Tips for print success

To successfully print, the HP cartridges should be functioning properly with sufficient ink, the paper should be loaded correctly, and the product should have the appropriate settings.

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Cartridge tips

  • Use genuine HP ink cartridges.

Paper loading tips

  • Load a stack of paper (not just one page). All of the paper in the stack should be the same size and type to avoid a paper jam.
  • Load paper with side to be printed on facing up.
  • Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lays flat and the edges are not bent or torn.
  • Adjust the paper-width guide in the input tray to fit snugly against all paper. Make sure the paper-width guide does not bend the paper in the input tray.
  • For more information, see Load media.

Printer settings tips

  • On the Paper/Quality tab of the print driver, select the appropriate paper type and quality from the Media drop down menu.
  • Click the Advanced button, and select the appropriate Paper Size from the Paper/ Output drop-down menu.
  • Click the HP All-in-One desktop icon to open the Printer Software.

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Notes

  • Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to help you easily produce great results, time after time.

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 55 NOTE: HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Product service or repairs required as a result of using a non-HP supply will not be covered under warranty.

If you believe you purchased genuine HP ink cartridges, go to:

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  • Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only.

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 65 NOTE: When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need to replace the cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.

  • Software settings selected in the print driver only apply to printing, they do not apply to copying or scanning.
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  • You can print your document on both sides of the paper, instead of just one side.

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 73 NOTE: Click the Advanced button on the Paper/Quality or Layout tab. From the Pages to Print drop-down menu select Print Odd Pages Only. Click OK to print. After the odd numbered pages of the document have been printed, remove the document from the output tray. Reload the paper in the input tray with the blank side facing up. Return to the Pages to Print drop-down menu and then select Print Even Pages Only. Click OK to print.

  • Print using black ink only

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 55 NOTE: If you want to print a black and white document using black ink only, click the Advanced button. From the Print in Grayscale drop-down menu select Black Ink Only, then click the OK button. If you see Black and White as an option on the Paper/Quality tab or the Layout tab, select it.

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Print using the maximum dpi

Use maximum dots per inch (dpi) mode to print high-quality, sharp images on photo paper.

See technical specifications for the print resolution of the maximum dpi mode.

Printing in maximum dpi takes longer than printing with other settings and requires a large amount of disk space.

To print in Maximum dpi mode

  1. Make sure you have photo paper loaded in the input tray.
  1. On the File menu in your software application, click Print.
  1. Make sure the product is the selected printer.
  1. Click the button that opens the Properties dialog box.

Depending on your software application, this button might be called Properties, Options, Printer Setup, Printer, or Preferences.

  1. Click the Paper/Quality tab.
  1. In the Media drop-down list, click Photo Paper, Best Quality.

NOTE: Photo Paper, Best Quality must be selected from the Media drop-down list on the Paper/Quality tab to enable printing in maximum DPI.

  1. Click the Advanced button.
  1. In the Printer Features area, select Yes from the Print in Max DPI drop-down list.
  1. Select Paper Size from Paper/Output drop-down menu.
  1. Click OK to close the advanced options.
  1. Confirm Orientation on Layout tab, then click OK to print.

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4 Paper basics

You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP All-in-One, including letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes.

This section contains the following topics:

Load media

If you want the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that are specifically designed for the type of project you are printing.

Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.

ColorLok

HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo for printing and copying of everyday documents. All papers with the ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and dry faster than ordinary plain papers. Look for papers with the ColorLok logo in a variety of weights and sizes from major paper manufacturers.
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HP Advanced Photo Paper

This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity. Your prints have a look and feel comparable to a store-processed photo. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes – glossy or soft gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.

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HP Everyday Photo Paper

Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper designed for casual photo printing. This affordable, photo paper dries quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp images when you use this paper with any inkjet printer. It is available in semi-gloss finish in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, and 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs). For longer-lasting photos, it is acid-free.

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HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper

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These papers are glossy- coated or matte-coated on both sides for two-sided use. They are the perfect choice for near-photographic reproductions and business graphics for report covers, special presentations, brochures, mailers, and calendars.

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HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper

These papers are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for presentation, proposals, reports, and newsletters. They are heavyweight for an impressive look and feel.

HP Bright White Inkjet Paper

HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp text. It is opaque enough for two-sided color usage with no show-through, which makes it ideal for newsletters, reports, and flyers. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors.

HP Printing Paper

HP Printing Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It produces documents that look and feel more substantial than documents printed on standard multipurpose or copy paper. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.

HP Office Paper

HP Office Paper is a high-quality multifunction paper. It is suitable for copies, drafts, memos, and other everyday documents. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.

HP Iron-On Transfers

HP Iron-on Transfers (for color fabrics or for light or white fabrics) are the ideal solution for creating custom T-shirts from your digital photos.

HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film

HP Premium Inkjet Transparency Film make your color presentations vivid and even more impressive. This film is easy to use and handle and dries quickly without smudging.

HP Photo Value Pack

HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable professional photos with your HP All-in-One. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo Paper have been designed to work together so your photos are long lasting and vivid, print after print. Great for printing out an entire vacation’s worth of photos or multiple prints to share.

HP Deskjet 1050 User Manual 73 NOTE:  At this time, some portions of the HP Web site are available in English only.

To order HP papers and other supplies, go to www.hp.com/buy/supplies. If prompted, choose your country/region, follow the prompts to select your product, and then click one of the shopping links on the page.

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Load media

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  • Select a paper size to continue.

Load full-size paper a. Raise the input tray

  • Raise the input tray.
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b.  Lower the output tray

  • Lower the output tray and pull out the tray extender.

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c.  Slide paper-width guide to the left
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  • Slide paper-width guide to the left.

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d.  Load paper.

  • Insert stack of paper into input tray with short edge forward and print side up.

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  • Slide stack of paper down until it stops.
  • Slide paper-width guide to the right until it stops at edge of paper.

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