CMYK
CMYK Test Page
Print separate cyan, magenta, yellow, and black blocks to find the exact color that is weak, missing, or clogged. Best for cartridge problems, blocked nozzles, and targeted ink troubleshooting.
CMYK test page
Cyan Test Page
Use this when cyan looks faded or missing to check bright, even cyan coverage.
Live preview — the printed page is generated at 300 DPI
CMYK
In the print dialog choose Actual size / 100% and turn off “Fit to page”.
What this page checks
- Large solid cyan field
- Cyan tints 10–100%
- Fine cyan lines and text
How to Print the Full Cyan Test Page
- 1
Prepare the printer
Check ink or toner levels, connect the printer by USB or Wi-Fi, and load clean paper that matches the selected size.
- 2
Print or download
Click Print to open your browser's print dialog, or download the PDF and press Ctrl + P (Cmd + P on Mac).
- 3
Use actual size
Select your physical printer, set scale to 100% / Actual size, and turn off Fit to page, grayscale and draft modes.
- 4
Inspect the sheet
Let the ink dry, then check it under neutral light. Keep it to compare with a reprint after any fix.
Reading Your Results
Gaps or white streaks
Usually clogged nozzles (inkjet) or dirty rollers.
Faint or washed-out areas
Low ink or toner, or draft / eco mode switched on.
Doubled or blurry lines
Printhead misalignment — run an alignment routine.
Wrong or shifted colors
Calls for printhead alignment and color calibration.
Brand-specific steps:
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Magenta Test Page
Apply this test when magenta looks weak or disappears from prints to check cartridge output.
