HP deskjet 3050 J610c - draft print problem

Hi,
I have just bought the above mentioned printer and noticed that when I copy something the resulting printout is not in draft mode and so uses a lot of ink. I have gone through all settings, even on pc, and have not found a way to set the copy print setting to draft. Is there a way to set the printer to always print in draft mode?
Thanks for your help.
Regards
morris

I can print in draft on my deskjet 3050, but I can't set the copy function to draft mode. I've searched manuals, printer settings on computer and printer, internet, and all I can find is posts similar to this.
And so I have the same problem - excess ink consumption, and the paper is messed up because it's soaked with ink.
Had I known it doesn't do draft mode copying, I doubt I would have bought the printer.  Almost all my printing and copying is done in draft mode. I'm really annoyed. I'd rather feel stupid though - if someone could point out how to set the printer to produce copies in draft or low quality mode.
Funny, HP advertises this printer as being environmentally friendly ... "ENERGY STAR® Qualified" they say whatever that means. I don't think wasting ink is particularly green.
"Eco Highlights
• Designed with the environment in mind—created from 35% recycled plastic.
• Recycle or reuse 99% of this packaging—including a reusable bag.[eco01]
• Low energy: Sleep mode is comparable with powering a clock radio."
Boo to you HP .

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