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Five Things Printer Manufacturers Say—That You Shouldn’t Listen To

Here are a few things printer manufacturers will tell youâ€"that you should probably take with a grain of salt. Or an entire handful. Third-party ink has terrible quality. Printer manufacturers often insist that if you use 3rd party ink, you're almost... Read >

Buy the Right Copier for Your Home Business

Home businesses have special requirements when it comes to choosing the right copier. Here are a few things to consider. Consider how much room you have. If you're like a lot of people who run businesses out of their homes, you probably don't have a lo... Read >

How To Earn Money for a Cause—With Your Used Cartridges

Whether you're helping your third grade class raise money for its next field trip or organizing your big nonprofit's yearly fundraising drive, you can earn more money for your organizationâ€"by collecting used cartridges. Here's how it works. Who Pays ... Read >

When to Buy a New Office Printer: How to Tell It’s Time

Here are a few signs to look for to know when it's time to get a new printer for your office. You use your printer differently now. Maybe at first you were only printing out the occasional invoice. But now you've got a bigger company, and you're printi... Read >

Do-It-Yourself Printer Repair

Maybe your tech guy's out of the officeâ€"or you're at home, and at home you don't have a help desk on call. Here are a few tips on how to fix your own printerâ€"no tech department required. Keep the user's manual. If you've got an incomprehensible cod... Read >

Save Money on Ink in Six Easy Steps

You can cut down on the amount of ink you use—thereby slashing your ink budget—by adopting a few simple habits. Print in economy mode. Your computer may be automatically set to print in Normal or a high quality mode. Instead, set your default ... Read >

How to Lengthen Your Printer’s Lifespan

Many printers need to be replaced every two years or so, but your printer could potentially last much longer. Here are a few tips for making sure your printer lasts as long as you need it to. Don't yank the paper out. Paper jams can be frustrating. But... Read >

Brand Name Cartridges are Expensive: A Look at the Reasons

Why on earth, you might be wondering, is printer ink so expensive? Here's a closer look at some of the most commonly held explanations. Is it because the ink is expensive to make? Printer ink doesn't have to be expensive. Third-party ink cartridge co... Read >

Buying a Printer for Graphic Design: What to Look For

Planning to print out your own business cards and brochures? If you're not doing huge print runs, printing on your home or office printer may be your only option. Here are a few things to look for when choosing a printer. Phenomenal colour printing. Lo... Read >

What to Look for When Choosing a Printer for University

If you're heading out to university this fall, chances are you've got a long list of things to packâ€"including a new printer. Here are a few tips for finding the best printer to take with you to school. Look for cheap ink. As a college student, it's ... Read >

Choosing the Right Recycling Center for Your Printer Ink Cartridges

You can help the environment considerably by choosing to recycle your ink and toner cartridges. But not all recycling firms are the same. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a place to recycle your ink and toner cartridges. Consider a reman... Read >

Seven Tips for Printing Better Photos

To get really great pics from your printer, you need to know what you're doing. Here are a few tips to get the most from your digital images. First, get a good camera. No matter how good your printing setup is, if your camera isn't taking high-quality ... Read >

Buying Third-Party Ink Cartridges: What to Consider

Printer ink isn't cheap. To avoid getting hit with a huge ink cartridge bill at the local office supply store, many people turn to online 3rd-party ink sellers to score cheap ink. Here are a few questions you should ask before buying. Should you buy re... Read >

Choose an Online Third-Party Ink Vendor in Seven Steps

Not all third-party ink sellers are as good as they seem. Here are a few things you can do to guarantee that you find a reliable seller of high quality recycled or compatible ink cartridges the first time you look. Be sure they check cartridges. Recyc... Read >

Types of Printer Paper

There are many types of paper on the market, each designed for different uses. Here's a run-down of the types of paper you'll find in storesâ€"and what they're designed for. Matte Paper. The ink on matte paper is unlikely to smear or be damaged by fing... Read >