Top 5 Printing Mistakes South African Students Make — And How to Avoid Them

Printing is a necessity for most students — whether you’re writing essays, submitting assignments, or printing study notes. But many students make simple mistakes that drive up costs or lead to frustrating errors.

Here are the top five and how to fix them.

1. Printing at High Quality When It’s Not Needed

High-quality mode uses more ink than necessary. For draft documents, use an “Eco” or “Draft” setting.

2. Forgetting to Check Page Margins

Wrong margins lead to cut-off text and wasted pages. Always preview before printing.

3. Running Out of Ink Mid-Print

Keep spare ink or toner at hand — especially before deadlines. Toner & Ink stocks both OEM and compatible cartridges so you never get stuck.

4. Using the Wrong Paper Type

Paper that’s too heavy or glossy can jam printers. Match paper to your printer’s capabilities.

5. Ignoring Printer Maintenance

Clean heads and run nozzle checks periodically to avoid streaks and smudges.

Conclusion

Printing smart saves time and money — two things students can never get enough of. Avoid these mistakes, and you’ll breeze through assignments with ease.