How to Save Printer Ink

There are few obvious advices:

a Print only what you need.

For instance, if you're going to print web page, page may contain a lot of extra texts and images, like ads and links.

b Double check and print only once.

Take a look at the pages in print preview window. You may check your pages without printing and be assured that this is what you want.

c Use Ink/Toner Saving mode.

Finally, priPrinter offers special ink saving mode (EconoMode). This option can be found in Effects tab. Few levels are available: from 5% to 70% of savings.

Ink Saving Mode Settings

This feature is implemented as special post process filter. This filter removes continuous dark areas, while tries to maintain edges and contours. As result final printout is well readable but uses less inks. See sample image below.

How Ink Saving Works

Ink saving options can be switched in print preview pane (new in priPrinter 5.6). It may be convenient, if you want to make final adjustments right before printing. See image below.

Ink Saving Controls

By clicking on Estimate ink usage you will receive information about aproximage inks usage, inks coverage area and saved inks.

 

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