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CMYK Printer Test Page

Check every ink cartridge individually — Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black. Print or download instantly, no signup needed.

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CMYK Printer Test Pageprintertestpagepdf.com · Free · No Signup RequiredCMYK Color Blocks — 100%, 75%, 50%, 25% DensityCyan 100%Cyan 75%Cyan 50%Cyan 25%Magenta 100%Magenta 75%Magenta 50%Magenta 25%Yellow 100%Yellow 75%Yellow 50%Yellow 25%Black 100%Black 75%Black 50%Black 25%Overprint / Secondary ColorsC+Y = GreenM+Y = OrangeC+M = VioletC+M+Y = Rich BlackCMYK Gradient RampsCyanMagentaYellowBlack (Key)Each color should show a smooth ramp from white to full saturation.Missing or flat ramps indicate an empty or clogged cartridge. · printertestpagepdf.com

What this CMYK test checks

Cyan cartridge

Solid blocks and density steps reveal if cyan is flowing correctly from 100% down to 10%.

Magenta cartridge

Vivid magenta blocks should show no streaks or banding. Missing density steps indicate clogged nozzles.

Yellow cartridge

Yellow is the hardest to see — the gradient ramp makes it easier to spot missing ink.

Black / Key cartridge

Dense black blocks and fine text confirm the black ink or toner is healthy.

Overprint accuracy

C+Y, M+Y, and C+M mixes produce green, orange, and violet — mismatched mixes reveal alignment issues.

Gradient ramps

Each colour should fade smoothly from white to full saturation with no jumps or flat patches.

How to read your CMYK test results

What you seeWhat it meansFix
One colour missing completelyThat cartridge is emptyReplace the cartridge
Horizontal streaks in one colourClogged nozzlesRun a print-head cleaning cycle
Gradient ramp is flat / no fadeInk is not flowingShake cartridge, then clean heads
Overprint mix is wrong colourInk mixing issue or alignmentRun a printer alignment calibration
All colours fadedMultiple cartridges lowCheck ink levels in printer utility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CMYK printer test page?

A CMYK test page prints solid blocks, density steps, and gradient ramps for each of the four process inks — Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black (Key) — so you can check each cartridge separately.

How do I know if my cyan cartridge is empty?

Print the CMYK test page. If the cyan column shows no colour or very faint output, the cyan cartridge is likely empty or the nozzles are clogged.

Why does the yellow block look invisible?

Yellow ink is very light on white paper. Hold the page at an angle to catch the light. If there is genuinely no yellow, run a nozzle check from your printer utility.

Can I use a CMYK test page on a laser printer?

Yes. Colour laser printers also use CMYK toner. The same test page works for both inkjet and laser printers.

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