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I want to change Default Paper from A4 to A5

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Welcome to the HP User Community.

 

If you have not done so...

Add the following to your checklist to change the default paper size.

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Printer Software

 

Install the Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software

Video

HP Smart Tank 500|651|655: Reset Network, Install Full Feature Software using Auto Wireless Connect

 

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Custom Paper Size Form

 

If the paper size you want is not listed as a supported size,

If supported in your printer software,

Create a Custom Paper Size form.

 

HP Document: HP Printers - Creating Custom Paper Sizes

 

Example - Custom Paper Size Form

Custom_Paper_Size_Form_Examples_5Custom_Paper_Size_Form_Examples_5

 

 

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Paper Size & Paper Type

 

Open the Embedded Web Server (EWS) > Settings > Preferences > Tray and Paper

Adjust the Paper Size / Paper Type as available

Example - Retain / Modify (Edit) / Check Paper Size & Type - Tray and Paper Management

Retain_Printing_Preferences_12Retain_Printing_Preferences_12

 

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Printing Preferences

 

Open Printing Preferences

Adjust the settings, use "Save As" to create a Custom Shortcut

Leave that Shortcut selected as the Preferred setup when you exit the menu(s)

 

Printing Preferences:  HP print settings guide (Windows, Mac)

 

Example - Printing Preferences

9025_Printing_Preferences_Everyday_59025_Printing_Preferences_Everyday_5

 

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Caveats

HP Smart can use / access Printing Preferences Shortcuts but might not save the default setup.

What?

Open HP Smart > Select the Print Task > Adjust the selections in the Main Menu

Click More Settings > Select the Shortcut (template or Custom)

Adjust / Verify the settings

Click OK to save and exit the More Settings menu

When ready, Click to Print

 

Example - HP Smart - Windows - Simple Photo Print

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HP Printer Home Page - References and Resources – Learn about your Printer  - Solve Problems

 “Things that are your printer”

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

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