hi smithy. thank you for the heads up. believe me all tips are welcome. when you say plain; what exactly are you reffering to?????? is it straight edge plain you are pointing to? as far as the flatness of the bed? thank you again; for your reply. here are 2 pics of the print; that finally printed through to completion. i was able to copy so m e settings someone had been nice enough to post. i know going through the little i have; ones settings could be difficult to share. although isnt it all about helping people? anyway i am sure some think that way. who am, i to judge. thank you again. let me know what you think.