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.
Cartridge tips
•
Use genuine HP ink cartridges.
•
Install both the black and tri-color cartridges correctly.
For more information, see
Replace the cartridges
.
•
Check the estimated ink levels in the cartridges to make sure there is sufficient ink.
For more information, see
Check the estimated ink levels
.
•
For more information, see
Improve print quality
.
Paper loading tips
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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 causing a paper jam.
•
Load paper with the side to be printed on facing up.
•
Ensure that paper loaded in the input tray lies 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
.
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Printer settings tips
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On the
Paper/Quality
tab of the print driver, select the appropriate paper type and quality from the
Media
drop down menu.
•
On the
Advanced
tab, and select the appropriate paper size from the
Paper Size
drop-down menu.
•
Click the HP Deskjet 2510 series desktop icon to open the Printer Software.
NOTE:
You can also access the Printer Software by clicking
Start > Programs > HP > HP Deskjet 2510
series > HP Deskjet 2510 series
Notes
•
Genuine HP ink cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers and papers to help you easily produce
great results, time after time.
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:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
•
Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only.
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.
•
You can print your document on both sides of the paper, instead of just one side.
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
Even Pages Only
. Click
OK
to print.
•
Print using black ink only
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.
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.
2.
On the
File
menu in your software application, click
.
3.
Make sure the product is the selected printer.
4.
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
.
5.
Click the
Paper/Quality
tab.
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6.
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.
7.
Click the
Advanced
button.
8.
In the
Printer Features
area, select
Yes
from the
Print in Max DPI
drop-down list.
9.
Select
Paper Size
from
Paper/Output
drop-down menu.
10.
Click
OK
to close the advanced options.
11.
Confirm
Orientation
on
Layout
tab, then click
OK
to print.
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Paper basics
You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP Deskjet 2510, including letter or A4 paper, photo
paper, transparencies, and envelopes.
This section contains the following topics:
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Recommended papers for printing
•
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Recommended papers for printing
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.
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.
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.
HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper
•
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.
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.
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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 Deskjet 2510.
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.
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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Select a paper size to continue.
Load full-size paper
a
. Raise the input tray
Raise the input tray.
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
Slide paper-width guide to the left.
d
. Load paper.
Insert stack of paper into input tray with short edge forward and print side up.
Slide stack of paper down until it stops.
Slide paper-width guide to the right until it stops at edge of paper.
Load small-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.
c
. Slide paper-width guide to the left.
Slide paper-width guide to the left.
d
. Load paper.
Insert stack of photo paper with short edge down and print side up.
Slide stack of paper forward until it stops.
NOTE:
If the photo paper you are using has perforated tabs, load photo paper so that tabs are on
top.
Slide paper-width guide to the right until it stops at edge of paper.
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Load envelopes
a
. Raise the input tray
Raise the input tray.
b
. Lower the output tray
Lower the output tray and pull out the tray extender.
c
. Slide paper-width guide to the left.
Slide paper-width guide to the left.
Remove all paper from the main input tray.
d
. Load envelopes.
Insert one or more envelopes into far-right side of the input tray. The side to be printed on should face
up. The flap should be on the left side and facing down.
Slide stack of envelopes down until it stops.
Slide paper-width guide to the right against stack of envelopes until it stops.
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