Brother No Paper Fed: Inkjet did not pick up paper
Also shows as: No Paper
Brother says "No Paper" or "No Paper Fed" can mean the tray is empty or loaded wrong, paper was not centered in the manual feed slot or MP tray, the Jam Clear Cover is not closed, or paper dust is on the pick-up rollers.
What to try
- Refill the paper tray, or remove and reload the paper, then follow the display instructions.
- If using the manual feed slot or MP tray, reinsert the paper in the center.
- Make sure the Jam Clear Cover at the back is closed evenly at both ends.
- Clean the paper pick-up rollers.
When it needs a technician
Brother lists no service step for this message.
Which models show No Paper Fed
Brother documents this code for models including MFC-J491DW, MFC-J497DW, MFC-J690DW, MFC-J895DW, MFC-J995DW, MFC-J5845DW, MFC-J6945DW, MFC-T4500DW.
First steps for any printer error
- Write down the exact code before you do anything else — similar-looking codes often mean completely different things.
- Power the printer off, unplug it for a couple of minutes, then power it back on. A surprising number of transient errors clear here.
- Open the covers and check for paper scraps, packaging material, or anything blocking the carriage.
- Check the cartridges or tanks are genuine, correctly seated, and not empty.
- Confirm the printer is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a power strip or extension lead.
- Check your model’s own manual — codes are model-specific, and the manual is the authority for your machine.
Source: Brother Support FAQ - No Paper / No Paper Fed (MFC-J995DW). Codes are model-specific, so your own model's manual is the final word. Reviewed October 2026.
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