Canon PIXMA TS6350aColours look wrong or different from screen

Severity: MinorCategory: Print Quality

If your Canon PIXMA TS6350a is experiencing colours look wrong or different from screen, this guide covers common causes and steps you can try to resolve the issue. Please note that solutions are approximate and may not work in all cases — always consult your printer's manual or official support if in doubt.

At a Glance

This is a minor print quality issue. The most common causes include:

  • Colour management settings incorrect in printer driver
  • One or more colour cartridges low or clogged
  • Wrong paper type selected in print settings

Common Causes

These are the most frequent reasons this problem occurs

  • Colour management settings incorrect in printer driver
  • One or more colour cartridges low or clogged
  • Wrong paper type selected in print settings
  • Monitor colour profile different from printer profile

Quick Checks

Simple steps anyone can try before seeking professional help

  • 1.Check all colour cartridge levels
  • 2.Ensure paper type setting matches actual paper (photo, plain, etc.)
  • 3.Print a test page with all colours to see which may be affected
  • 4.Try different print quality setting (e.g., 'High' instead of 'Standard')
Note: These are general troubleshooting steps. Your printer model may have specific procedures — always refer to your printer's manual or official support for detailed instructions.

Deeper Fixes

More involved solutions if quick checks don't resolve the issue

  • Calibrate colours through Canon printer software if available
  • For photo printing, use photo-specific paper and 'Photo' quality settings
  • Run print head cleaning if colours appear faded or missing
  • Update printer driver to latest version for best colour management

If these issues keep recurring, it might be time to consider better options

Check your cost-per-page and explore upgrade options that could save you money and reduce problems in the long run.

Compare Your Options

See how Standard, XL, and upgrading compare for your printing needs

Standard Cartridges

Best for occasional printing and lower upfront costs

Most Convenient
Price
£14.99
Yield
200
pages
Cost/Page
~7.5p
Lower upfront cost
Good for occasional printing
Widely available
Higher approximate cost per page
BEST VALUE

XL / High-Yield

Maximum value with lower cost per page for regular printing

Lowest Running Cost
Price
£21.99
Yield
400
pages
Cost/Page
~5.5p
Save ~27%
Save approximately 27% per page vs standard
Fewer replacements needed
Best for regular printing
Higher upfront cost

Upgrade Printer Option

Consider a new printer for better long-term value and features

Long-term

HP OfficeJet Pro 9022e

A versatile all-in-one inkjet printer designed for small businesses and home offices. Offers fast printing, automatic duplex, and wireless connectivity.

Approximate price:£250.00
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Requires new hardware purchase

Side-by-Side Comparison

FeatureStandardXL/High-YieldUpgrade
Approximate cost per page~7.5p~5.5pVaries
Approximate upfront cost£14.99£21.99£250.00
Approximate pages per cartridge200400N/A
Best forOccasional useRegular printingLong-term savings