5 Things to Know About Canon PIXMA TR8720a Ink Cartridges

The printer uses five separate ink cartridges, not a combined color cartridge. This gives you more control over replacement costs since you only swap out the empty color.

Black ink is split into two cartridges: pigment black for crisp text and dye black for glossy photos. Pigment black resists smudging on plain paper, while dye black produces richer tones on photo paper.

Standard and XL cartridge sizes are available. Standard cartridges cost less upfront but have a higher cost per page. XL cartridges save money over time if you print frequently.