Printer Scanner "Vertical Line" on Every Page

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When using the document feeder, every scan has a thin vertical line in the same spot.

Symptoms
  • Vertical line
  • Ruined scans
  • Consistent mark
Possible Causes
  • Speck of dust on the small scanner glass

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Clean the Small Glass Strip

Don't clean the big flatbed; clean the tiny 1-inch strip of glass to the left.

2

Use a Flashlight

Look for a tiny speck of white-out or ink on that glass strip.

3

Use Microfiber and Alcohol

Gently scrub the spot until it is perfectly clear.

When to See a Technician

A single speck of dust on the feeder glass becomes a line as the paper is pulled over it.

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