Saving Money on Toner & Inkjet Cartridges

The computer printer has become a household necessity for many of us. However, the cost of toner and ink cartridges can be very expensive. This is a guide about saving money on toner and Inkjet cartridges.

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Saving Money on Printer Ink

To save up to 30% on ink when printing, use the narrowest font possible. I never would have thought of this on my own.

Source: financially fit web site

By annelaundrie from Green Bay, WI

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Refilling Ink Cartridges

Save money by refilling your own printer cartridges. I found that refilling ink cartridges is very simple and will save a ton of money! I ordered a refill kit from inksell.com and it came with everything to do the job. The kit cost $12, and was good for 4 refills. I didn't spill a drop, and customer service is excellent with the company.

By Roger from Hampton, VA

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Saving Money on Printer Ink

Some of us have printer/fax machines that are costly. I know that after purchasing my Canon printer, I began to regret it because I felt that I couldn't afford it. I would like to share the following information for anyone that has a Canon or other type of printer that specifically requires ink tanks, this information might be helpful.

I was getting very disappointed and frustrated when I noticed that my printer/fax machine was using too much ink, and if the ink tank would run low, I would have to replace it to receive a good copy. In order to save on the costs, I then decided to do the following:

Replace the ink tank(s) when the printer stops printing. More than likely, this indicates that you have completely run out of ink and it's time for replacement.

Adjust the print quality of the document by first referring to the "Properties" bar of the printer. This is possible by initially previewing the document, and then indicating that you want to print future copies with "grayscale" intensity.

Before the printer actually begins to print, adjust it to indicate that you want to use a lower ink density. What is the final outcome? You have a good legible copy of your article/document that was printed with less ink.

One might want to then ask themselves if they actually need to have an actual copy of a document, versus saving it to your computer. If you don't want the advertisements on a web page, use the "block" feature on your keyboard and copy/past the information and create a new document (i.e., use Microsoft Word). I have saved money, time, and gas by not purchasing extra ink tanks. I now enjoy having my printer/fax machine because I can afford it.

By Leti from Ventura, CA

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Print In Draft Mode To Save Ink

Save money on printer ink. When printing, under Preferences choose "Draft." You will find the copy quite dark. It's surprising. It makes your printer ink go further.

By Carol from Wyoming, PA

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Saving Money Printer Ink Cartridges

Tips and advice for saving money on ink cartridges for your printer. Post your ideas.

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By hwm98264 (Guest Post)03/28/2008

Local Costco no longer carries Ims-Ink refill kits. Last one I bought cost $20. The 240ml is 3 bottles of Black @ 80ml/bottle. I refill a Brother MFC3420C and have never had any difficulty with refills. I previously have refilled Epson and Lexmark ink-jets.
This Bother is my favorite. I use the copy and scanner frequently. Refill is the only way to go. It saves you a fortune.

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Use EcoFont to Save Printer Ink

Does your computer printer use a lot of ink? Mine does, even when I go in and change the printer to fast draft before printing and gray scale only. You may want to consider changing the font setting to cut ink consumption. Ecofont, a Dutch company, has developed a set of fonts that uses 15 percent less ink by essentially leaving small holes in printed letters. The Ecofont website allows you to download an ink-saving font. Ecofont ink-sparing fonts include Times New Roman, Calibri and Franklin Gothic Medium. I hope you like this tip as much as I do!

Source: AARP news letter

By Bobbie G from Rockwall, TX

RE: Use EcoFont to Save Printer Ink

I just did this, downloaded their free shareware font and tried it out. I have no idea if it will save that much ink, but the font is pretty cute, with tiny little dots inside each letter, forming the same shape as the letter, like a dot T inside the letter T. My daughter likes it, and says it looks like "polka dot ribbon". I will see if I notice a difference in ink consumption. (08/25/2010)

By poepadoe

RE: Use EcoFont to Save Printer Ink

I'd never thought of this, since I use toner. But I have a friend on a fixed income with an "inkasaurus" who'll love it! (08/26/2010)

By JustPlainJo

Change Font to Save Printer Ink

Switch your printer font to Century Gothic. It uses less ink than other fonts.

Source: Women's World

By lynda (crabby) from Kearny NJ

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By JustPlainJo 02/28/2011

I hadn't really thought about the difference in the fonts and how much ink or toner they use. I don't print much, but for those who do, this is a great tip! Thanks, Linda.

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By simplify 02/24/2011

I have used both fast draft and gray scale. Finally I decided to choose a less black color with your document's choice of ink color. Choose one that is a little blacker than gray and you will save even more ink! Most people (unless they have poor eyesight) will be able to read the text even with the color change. Try it - you just might like it!

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