How to Print on 4-by-6 Paper
Computer printers are useful tools. Most applications give users the option of printing work directly, but there comes a time when the default print settings are not suitable for a task. By understanding the basics of print toolbars, users can change settings for the quantity, range and paper size of a print job. Printing on smaller paper dimensions requires only a few extra steps.
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Instructions
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Windows PC
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Ensure your printer is connected and your PC has Windows Vista installed.
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Click on "File" on your application's toolbar and scroll down to "Print". Alternatively, you can press the "Ctrl" and "P" buttons on your keyboard simultaneously. This will open a dialog box where you can adjust your printing preferences.
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Click on the "Properties" button, located to the right of the printer "Name" field. In this new dialog box, click on the "Paper/Quality" tab at the top. Find the "Paper Size" drop-down box and click on the arrow. Choose your preferred dimensions, in this case, 4 inches by 6 inches. Click the "OK" button to return to the "Print" dialog box.
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Select the printer you would like to print from in the "Name" field. Load your paper into your printer and click on "OK" to begin printing your document.
Apple Mac Computers
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Ensure your printer is connected and your Mac has OS X v10.6 installed.
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Press the "Command" and "P" buttons on your keyboard simultaneously, or, using your mouse, click "File" on the toolbar. Select "Print" to open a pop-up window.
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Click on the "Presets" drop-down box. This will allow the user to customize printing options. Click on the arrow on the "Paper Size" field and select your preferred dimensions, in this case, 4 inches by 6 inches.
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Select the printer from which you would like to print. You can opt to save this setting to "All Printers." Choose "Save As" on the "Preset" pop-up window to confirm your selection and create a 4-by-6 preset. This can be selected from the initial "Print" pop-up window for future printing sessions. When you are ready to print your document, load your paper into your printer and click the "Print" button.
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Tips & Warnings
Setting printing preferences will vary by operating system, printer model and application.
References
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