PPT2001: Object with White Text, Black Background Is Printed Solid Black (274708)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2001 for Macintosh
This article was previously published under Q274708

SYMPTOMS

A text box that has a black fill and contains white text is printed entirely black when you print it to a black and white printer. This means that you cannot read the text.

CAUSE

This problem occurs when the Grayscale check box is selected in the Print dialog box. This option instructs the printer to print black on black. It is selected by default when you select a black and white printer driver.

RESOLUTION

To print the object so that white text is printed on a black background, turn off the Grayscale print option. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. On the File menu, click Print.
  2. Click the arrow next to General, and then click Microsoft PowerPoint, to view the PowerPoint settings for printing.
  3. Click to clear the Grayscale check box.
  4. Click OK.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/3/2002
Keywords:kbprb kbprint KB274708
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