Borderless printing 5x7

[Tra04]

I am trying to print 5x7 photos without a border. I have tried from the hp smart printer app and a window computer. I selected borderless, fill page, 5x7 glossy photo paper, and I am using hp 5x7 photo paper. I have wasted so much paper trying to print. I even tried a different picture to make sure it wasn't a problem with the picture. The ones I tried to print are professional pictures that I have copy rights to. I can print 4x6 with no issues. Just not the 5x7. I am using the hp envy 5540

[Dragon-Fur]

@Tra04 

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Overly complicated and not entirely useful

Short Answer:

5x7 inches is not listed as supported for Borderless printing.

Were it mine to do, I'd print the photos on larger paper at 5x7 and use a decent paper cutter to trim the edges.

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As of the moment, I've not found anything else that makes enough difference to be worth the effort.

At some point, should the issue be "show stopping" , perhaps consider a new printer that supports Borderless printing on 5x7 inch photo paper. 

Reminder

Although printer software is generally much smarter today than it was years ago, not all printers support Borderless -- compare models and choose wisely. 

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Printer Specifications for HP ENVY 5540, DeskJet 5570 Printers

Paper Handling > Supported paper sizes

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[Tra04]

That doesn't make sense. The print itself has a spot for 5x7 photo paper in the main tray and I am given the option to choose borderless. 

 

[Dragon-Fur]

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I agree it does not make sense.

The only information I have is that provided by the documentation.

That is not an excuse -- it does limit the information I can provide.

I also agree that 5x7 is a standard "Borderless" size.

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I wonder if the printer is unable to comply.

Check / Adjust the Tray and Paper Settings -

Check the Printer Control Panel right after changing the paper size or opening / closing the tray

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Use the Embedded Web Server (EWS)

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Load Paper - Starting on Page 10

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Open your Browser > Type / enter the Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Settings > Preferences > Tray and Paper (Management)

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[Tra04]

I could have sworn I have printed 5x7 without a border before because I print kids school pictures for my parents. I don't have a computer though. Mine broke and I couldn't justify buying a new one when I only use it a could times a year. 

[Dragon-Fur]

@Tra04 

Sure - not everyone needs a computer in today's world.

I don't know why the app is telling tales, unless the borderless should actually be working in spite of the specifications saying otherwise.   ?

You don't need a computer to access EWS - just the printer on the network and a cooperative browser.

If the printer can do what you want, both printer (EWS) and job setup must agree as best can be done.

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