How to Change the Print Screen Properties on a Keyboard

You can navigate around your computer screen using only your keyboard.

If your computer mouse is missing or broken, you can access the Windows print dialog box and change the print screen properties with only the keyboard. Windows has keyboard shortcuts for many tasks, and you can navigate around the screen with the "Tab" and "Enter" keys. Using the keyboard shortcuts and navigation keys to perform certain tasks may take a little getting used to, but it can be an effective skill if you find yourself without a functioning mouse.

Instructions

1. Open the document you would like to print.

2. Press the "Control" button and "P" together. This is a shortcut command that brings up the print dialog box.

3. Hit the "Tab" button until it highlights "Properties." Press "Enter."

4. Press "Tab" again to move to the "Paper Size" boxes. Change the paper dimensions by pressing the up and down arrows and pressing "Enter." Change the orientation of the document by pressing the up and down arrows on "Portrait" or "Landscape."

5. "Tab" over until the "OK" button is highlighted. Press "Enter." You will return to the main printer dialog menu.

6. Tab to the "OK" button on the printer dialog menu and press "Enter."

Tips & Warnings

• If you "tab" too quickly, you could pass over the item you want to select. If this happens, simply hold the "Shift" key and press "Tab." This moves the selection backwards.

References

• Microsoft: Keyboard Shortcuts for Windows