This image shows a problematic gradient between blue and green, which results in a
visible stairstep pattern. This type of break is not as undesirable as overinked
primaries, but should be avoided if possible.
Inking issues: There are a range of possible inking issues that a particular
combination of printer, colorant and media may cause. Inking issues assume that you
are using an ink-based printer, though excess colorant and other related issues are
also possible with other printer types. Look for the following signs:
• Overinking most commonly shows as lack of patch distinction, as shown above, but
also results in many of the other problems noted below.
• Bleeding of inks outside their patch boundaries, blurring one patch to another, or
bleeding into the white surround.
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