topic Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f in Desktop Inkjet Printers

PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:59:21 GMT

My iP8720 is printing with a heavy pink/magenta cast on any photo paper setting. Blacks come out purple, dark areas are washed out. Plain paper prints perfectly with correct colors.

This is the first time I've printed since upgrading to macOS Tahoe (26). It worked fine before the upgrade.

Troubleshooting completed:

Replaced PGBK cartridge (new, genuine Canon)
Replaced BK cartridge (genuine Canon)
Nozzle check pattern prints perfectly — all channels clean and solid
Downloaded and installed fresh driver from Canon website (Sept 2025 version)
Reset macOS printing system completely
Removed and re-added printer via USB
Tested multiple media types in driver: Glossy Photo Paper, Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, Matte Photo Paper
Tested from multiple applications (Photos, Preview) — same result
Canon Color Matching selected in print dialog

Results:

Plain paper + plain paper setting = correct colors
Any photo paper setting = severe pink/magenta cast regardless of actual paper used

Is this a known issue with macOS Tahoe? Is there a driver update planned? Any workarounds?

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

DerrickL — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 22:43:32 GMT

You seems you have an incorrect color setting somewhere:

Incorrect Color Settings

Ensure that your color settings are correct. If both your photo software and printer driver are set to manage colors, it can create a "double color management" issue, resulting in pink prints.
Printer Color Settings in macOS Tahoe

Accessing Printer Settings

To manage printer color settings in macOS Tahoe, follow these steps:
1. Open System Settings from the Apple menu.
2. Click on Printers & Scanners in the sidebar.
3. Select your printer from the list to view its settings.
Color Management Options
- Color Profiles: Ensure your printer is using the correct color profile. This can affect how colors are printed.
- Print as Color Target: If available, this option allows you to print without color management. It may be greyed out if not supported by your printer or driver.
Troubleshooting Color Issues

If you encounter problems with color printing:
- Reset the Print System: This can resolve many issues related to color profiles and printer settings.
- Reinstall Printer Drivers: Ensure you have the latest drivers for your printer, as outdated drivers can cause color management issues.
Additional Tips
- Check for updates to macOS Tahoe, as patches may address known color management issues.
- Use the ColorSync Utility for advanced color management tasks if needed.

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

ebw6674 — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:49:27 GMT

I appreciate the response, but I still have a couple of issues. First, I have reset the Print System and reinstalled the drivers per my post. I don't see a Color Profiles option when following your path from Settings to Printers & Scanners, nor is there any mention of Print as Color Target. I have also reviewed all the settings available in the printers utility and have found nothing. I haven't downloaded the Colorsync Utility, but since I've never had a reason to use it, I am wondering why I should now.

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:06:17 GMT

Magenta cast sometimes indicates double profiling. Can you post a screenshot of the print dialogue settings indoor photo app?

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:52:28 GMT

Thanks for the reply. I included everything I could think of. Let me know if you see an issue that I am not.

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:07:02 GMT

I don’t see anything that would indicate a problem. What happens if you select ColorSync?

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:16:47 GMT

I opted for automatic in Colorsync and it yielded the same result. I included a screenshot of what I expect (the darker image) and the print for comparison.

Thanks!

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

DerrickL — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:25:25 GMT

I really hate to ask but do you have the glossy paper loaded in the rear tray, glossy side up?

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:38:28 GMT

Seeing this I suggest you run a nozzle check.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:09:23 GMT

Lol valid question and yes its load correctly, logos on the back. I would have asked the same.

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:13:05 GMT

Did that early on, when it first happened and the test print was perfect.

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:30:53 GMT

Seems to be a paper related issue. There isn’t an overall cast. Do you have other Canon photo paper?

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:28:53 GMT

Yeah, I have used Canon glossy (the last print I shared was Canon Premium Plus II) and matte as well as HP and Office Depot papers, all turn out the same BUT if I print to plain its perfect, at least the color is. Thanks, btw, for sticking with this.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:35:03 GMT

Just for completeness, could you post phone photo of nozzle check printout?

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:55:23 GMT

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

DerrickL — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:47:07 GMT

Try this, print on the glossy paper but set the printer for matte paper, print quality set for high or photo.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

jrhoffman75 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:53:41 GMT

I think you are missing the BK channel.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:54:58 GMT

Yup, tried that too. Similar result. The only way I seem to be able to get the colors right is printing to plain paper and setting the printer to the same. Of course if I set it to plain paper and use photo paper it turns out wrong as well.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 21:59:38 GMT

Thought I'd share this one too. Grayscale image, printed with glossy paper setting but did not select print grayscale. I have printed similar images quite literally scores of times with no issue prior. Notice the screenshot contains no blue.

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

ebw6674 — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:09:10 GMT

Ugh I'm an idiot. That nozzle test clearly shows NOTHING for BK. So annoyed with myself. Ran a cleaning and the test shows the channel working. Prints are back to looking great. John thanks for sticking with me and making me look at it again.

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PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Incorrect Color Settings

Printer Color Settings in macOS Tahoe

Accessing Printer Settings

Color Management Options

Troubleshooting Color Issues

Additional Tips

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: P8720 printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works fine

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f

Re: PIXMA iP8720 issues printing pink/magenta on photo paper after macOS Tahoe — plain paper works f