1. A method of printing a binary, multi-bit image comprising the steps of: converting the image into a digital bitmap comprised of an array of Text/line pixels and halftone pixels, wherein each pixel is assigned a digital value representing marking information; creating a custom tone transfer function created by comparing a first output to a second output, embedded in the digital bitmap; changing the value of halftone pixels using such custom tone transfer function; rasterizing the digital bitmap; independently reassigning the digital value of Text/Line pixels; and, printing the image.