Printer ink is one of the most expensive liquids you can buy, often costing more per ounce than fine champagne. This guide will help you get the most out of every drop, saving you money while maintaining high-quality prints on your HP printer.
1. Use Draft Mode for Internal Documents
When printing documents that are for your eyes only, consider using the "Draft" or "EconoMode" setting in your HP printer's properties:
- Uses up to 50% less ink
- Prints faster, saving both time and energy
- Perfect for everyday documents, notes, and drafts
HP Printer Properties showing the Draft/EconoMode setting
How to Access Draft Mode:
- Click Print in your application
- Select "Properties" or "Preferences"
- Look for "Quality Settings" or "Paper/Quality" tab
- Select "Draft" or "EconoMode"
2. Choose the Right Fonts
Some fonts naturally use less ink than others. Consider using these ink-efficient fonts for your documents:
- Century Gothic - Uses up to 30% less ink than Arial
- Times New Roman - More efficient than many modern fonts
- Calibri - Microsoft's default font is reasonably ink-efficient
Avoid ink-heavy fonts like Arial Black, Impact, or Cooper Black for everyday documents.
Ink usage comparison between popular fonts
