It may sound overly simplistic, but the easiest way to prevent a clog is by using your printer on a regular basis. Experts suggest printing one page in colour per week to keep the ink flowing. Ink getting dried out is the most common cause of a clog. Another way to prevent clogs is keeping your printer free from debris and dirt. Never use a vacuum as it can have side effects on the “guts” of your printer. Another way to prevent clogs is to make sure your printer is not powered up unless you are using it. If it is on, the heat in the machine may cause ink to bleed onto the print head. If you won’t be using your printer for a while, before it gets packed away, be sure to remove the ink cartridges. Finally, never touch your print head with greasy or dirty hands, that can cause clogs as well.