How to Check How Much Ink is Left in an Inkjet Printer

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure any installation software you received when you bought the printer is installed on the computer that is using it.

   If the printer is being used on many computers, you may be able to access it through your own computer, or you may need to log on to the master computer to complete this computer check.
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   Step 2: Make sure your computer is plugged into your printer.

   ,, If you are using an Apple computer, this is found in the System Preferences Application under "Hardware." Click on the printer, and then click on the "Supply Levels" tab.
   
   If you are using a Windows operating system (OS), you can go to the Start menu and select "Control Panel." Click on "Devices and Printers" in the Control Panel.
   
   Right-click your printer from the list of devices, select "Printing Preferences..."
   
   and find "Estimate Ink levels" or "Get Ink levels".
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   Step 3: Make sure your computer and printer are both turned on.

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   Step 4: Click on the printer application on your computer and look for "Estimate Ink Levels" tab.

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