Common Printer Issues:

1.  Paper jams- They are often caused by print rollers that have collected dirt and other debris, which clog up the system. To solve this problem just clean the rollers using the printer manufacturer’s recommended method.  It’s a good idea to do this every time you change the ink.

2.  Unwanted lines-Lines can be the result of a couple of factors.  If you’re using an inkjet printer, a print nozzle could be burned out or blocked.  Try cleaning the blocked nozzles by checking your printer manual for details or soaking the printheads in hot water for 2 to 3 minutes.  Lines can also be caused by a dirty cleaner bar inside the printer.  Replacing the cleaner bar should solve this problem.

3.  Smudging toner-When toner smudges it usually comes from defective toner cartridges.  It is easily solved by replacing the cartridges.

4.  Leaking ink-This problem is sometimes caused by using different brands of ink to refill your cartridges than what was manufacturer recommended.  Manufacturers recommend a certain brand and type for its quality control, and poorer quality ink often causes problems.  Damaged cartridges may also be to blame for leaking ink, and may need to be replaced.  You can avoid cracking cartridges by not allowing the cartridge to completely dry and refilling the cartridge as soon as you run out of ink.

5.  Flaking toner-This problem can be solved simply by adjusting the printer settings to reflect the material type of labels you are printing on.

6.  Paper won’t feed-If your paper won’t feed through the printer, the rubber on the printer rollers has probably worn down and lost its grip, or the printer rollers are dirty.  First try cleaning the printer rollers.  If this doesn’t help, you may need to replace the rollers.

Most importantly, make sure to keep your printer properly maintained as this can keep it from having some of the issues listed above.

Now you’re ready to print!  Visit Desktop Labels™ online store for all the printable labels you need for your business.

Our durable labels are strong and sturdy polyester labels that have a high threshold against heat and cold.   Because they have such a strong facestock and long-lasting adhesive, these labels maintain their great look and stay stuck once applied, even in harsh environments.  The extremely sturdy 3M™ polyester material  performs well and resists water, heat, cold or tearing.

Since durable labels hold up so well in a variety of conditions, they work great for outdoor or military applications.  Some other applications for these labels include: routing labels, freezer labels, glass labels, wine bottle labels, barcode labels, shipping labels, mailing labels, boat labels, trailer labels, and many more.

Durable labels come in clear, white, green, yellow, red, and blue and are available in many different sizes to fit your needs.

For the best resilience, weatherproof polyester labels are usually printed using a laser printer, allowing for black text or brilliantly colored graphics.

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1.  Look at the name of your printer.  Most printers have their make and model advertised on a label somewhere on their surface.  Many printers have the words “inkjet” or “laser” built into the name.

2.  If your printer name does not make it clear what kind of printer you have, use an online search engine, such as Google, to look the name up.  Finding further information on your particular model will likely let you know what kind of printer it is.

3.  You can also remove the cartridges in your printer.  Bigger print cartridges usually belong to laser printers.  Smaller, less heavy cartridges are mostly from inkjet printers.  The different colors of toners in laser printers have separate cartridges with separate spaces in the printer.  Inkjet printers usually have a shared cartridge and a shared space in the printer.

4.  If none of the above steps help, call the printer manufacturer.  They should be able to help with any questions you may have about your printer.

Once you know what kind of printer you have, go to DeskTop Labels™ online store and click on the label description to check if the selected label can be used with a laser or inkjet printer.

Because of differences in feed, delivery systems, etc. it is the responsibility of the user to test diecut material to ensure compatability with their specific model of printer in its operating environment.  Click here to email customer service to request a free sample of the label material you are interested in.

Because of their superior print quality, our gloss labels are a popular choice as product labels.  They will add visual appeal to your products, since the images on the labels are crisp, bright, and vibrant.  Gloss labels have a smooth gloss coating and even surface for the ink or toner to settle on, so the printed images will have a crisp and clean appearance.

White gloss permanent adhesive labels are laser or inkjet printable.  They can be purchased by the box of 50 sheets or they are available in a bulk pack of 1000 sheets.  To take a look at our selection, click here.

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Desktop Labels™ print well and will not fall off.  Our printable labels come in many colors, types, and sizes and can be used with laser or inkjet printers.  Printing your own labels allows for any design changes needed so that you can create a “just right” look.  Just click on the label stock number to get a label description and template.

If you would like to request a free sample of label material, click here to e-mail customer service.  Please include your mailing address and the stock numbers you would like sent to you.

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Desktop Labels™ online store has permanent laser labels in many shapes and sizes.  These paper labels have an acrylic emulsion adhesive and work great on all types of surfaces that require a permanent label.  Our printable laser labels can be used for mailing or shipping, barcoding, signs, cd labels, file folder labels, or for many more types of applications.

Our labels are some of the finest in the industry.  Since we manufacture our labels, our customers get factory-direct pricing.  No middle man to drive up the price.

Because of differences in feed, delivery systems, etc., it is the responsibility of the  user to test diecut material to ensure compatibility with their specific model of printer in its operating environment.

Click here to request a free sample of laser label material.

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Desktop Labels™ has amazingly low prices on a variety of label colors and sizes to fit your needs.  Click here for descriptions and pricing.
 
Our color labels work great for many types of applications.  If you want your products to be noticed by your customers, a radiant or metallic label is perfect for you.  A little sparkle or splash of color adds visual appeal so that your products stick out.

Color labels can be used for products with special instructions, in marketing, or for inventory control also.  They work great for any application where the label needs to stand out or be spotted quickly or for any product that requires a color label with permanent adhesive.

The available colors include blue, green, red, yellow, radiant green, radiant pink, gold metallic, radiant orange, silver metallic, radiant yellow, and radiant blaze orange.

To request a label sample, click here to email customer service.  Please include your mailing address and the stock numbers you would like sent to you.
 
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DeskTop Labels™ recommends using our permanent paper labels for your products.  This label material is the finest laser, inkjet, or copier material available.  They work great on all types of surfaces that require a permanent label.  Our customers have commented that they are some of the best around because they print well and don’t fall off.

If you’re looking for an extremely tough label with a professional look, you may want to consider buying our polyester labels.  They will stay stuck once applied and maintain their appearance in harsh environments.  Laser printers work best for printing on these polyester labels.

To add some sophistication to your products, our high-quality gloss labels are a great option.  If the visual appeal of the product is top priority, then these labels will work for you.  With superior print quality, the images on gloss labels are crisp and vibrant.  They are designed for use in both inkjet and laser printers.
         
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Buying a bulk pack from Desktop Labels™ can help you to stay within your budget.  Since we manufacture our labels, you get high quality labels at factory-direct pricing.  Dealing directly with us eliminates the cost of a middle man.

You can save money and time by printing your mailing and return address labels in house.  If you keep a stock on hand, you can print your customized labels as they are needed.  Just pull up the label template and print.  No more waiting for another company to do the printing for you.

We have many label sizes, colors, and materials that work great as mailing and return address labels.  Click here to check out our selection.

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How to make a label:

After choosing your label from Desktop Labels™ selection, click the “download template” link underneath the label description.  In many cases, Microsoft Word will open with the label template already made.  In this case, you may need to turn the gridlines on.  Follow the steps below to see the gridlines.  If MS Word does not open with a ready-made label template, please click here for some easy steps to help you create your own template.

How to see the gridlines:

On a Mac:
1.     Go to the “Table” menu.
2.     If the “Gridlines” option is not checked, select “Gridlines”.  If the “Gridlines” option is already checked, then the gridlines should be displayed.

On a PC
1.    Select “Table” in the toolbar.
2.    A drop-down menu will appear.  Select “Show Gridlines”.

Now you’re ready to design your labels!

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