# Black Type Printing Problem

**URL:** <https://forum.kirupa.com/t/black-type-printing-problem/298019>\
**Category:** design\
**Created:** [October 12, 2009, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/black-type-printing-problem/298019 "2009-10-12T15:09:53Z")\
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**Author:** ![hjohnj](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/3e96dc/32.png) [@hjohnj](https://forum.kirupa.com/u/hjohnj)\
**Post date:** [October 12, 2009, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.kirupa.com/t/black-type-printing-problem/298019/1 "2009-10-12T15:09:53Z")

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I am printing with PS CS4 and an HP PHotosmart Printer C5580. I am having a problem with 14 pt type printing that appears jagged and light (or slightly faded) in some areas when I am using PS. The printer gives great black type for all other software (Word, etc.). I am printing on 100 lb Card Stock that has a nice smooth finish. The print cartridges are 1/2 capacity; so ink is not the culprit.

I am printing a booklet wih a decent amount of type and it needs to be black and clean.

I have printed out samples of the type in Smooth, Crisp, Sharp and Strong on the same page to compare each. Smooth looks the best; but it is not a solid black.

Have the PS print in CMYK.

What did I miss or any suggestions?