Printing on cardstock from HP Envy 6055e printer

[SamTheMoose101]

I am trying to print onto cardstock with my HP ENVY 6000 series printer, specifically the 6055e HP+ version. I am unsure if this is possible since it seems like the paper keeps getting stuck in the printer and ends up with nothing but smeared ink on it when I try to take it out. I don't  know what settings I would need to select to make this possible, if it is at all.

[Dragon-Fur]

@SamTheMoose101 

Welcome to the HP Community.

The Envy 6055e  printer is rated to print on the following paper types / weights:

Media Weights Supported, By Paper Path (Imperial)	Letter: 16 to 24 lb; HP envelopes: 20 to 24 lb; HP cards: up to 53 lb; HP 4 x 6 inch photo paper: up to 80 lb
Media Weights Supported, By Paper Path (metric)	A4: 60 to 90 g/m²; HP envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m²; HP cards: up to 200 g/m²; HP 10 x 15 cm photo paper: up to 300 g/m²

Media sizes supported (metric)	A4; A5; B5; DL; C6; A6
Media sizes supported (U.S. standard)	Letter, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, No. 10 envelopes
Media sizes, custom (metric)	Simplex: 76.2 x 127 to 216 x 297 mm; Duplex: 76.2 x 127 to 216 x 297 mm
Media sizes, custom (U.S. standard)	Simplex:3 x 5 to 8.5 x11.7 in; Duplex:3 x 5.5 to 8.5 x 11.7 in
Media types	Plain Paper; HP Photo Papers; HP Matte Brochure or Professional Paper; HP Matte Presentation Paper; HP Glossy Brochure or Professional Paper; Other Photo Inkjet Papers; Other Matte Inkjet Papers; Other Glossy Inkjet Papers; Plain Paper, Light/Recycled

Next,

It is necessary that the printer be aware of the paper loaded in the tray.

This printer lacks a display panel - use the Embedded Web Server (EWS) to configure / check Tray and Paper settings.

Reminder

When using HP Smart Mobile, paper size / type must be set before the item to be printed is opened / viewed.

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

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Next,

Whether you have access to the full range of features supported by the printer depends on having installed the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software for the printer.

HP Envy 6055 | HP Envy Pro 6455 : Download & Install HP Full solution software on Win 10 Computer

Next,

Printing Preferences is used to select a Shortcut and other settings as a "Preferred" default.

Set the Preferences – Windows

NOTES

• This section is not applicable to Mobile Printing.
• Access to the complete Printer Preferences requires having installed the Full Driver printer software.
• Printing Preferences are available directly from the driver. 
• Printing Envelopes?  See NOTE

Control Panel > icon view > Devices and Printers

Right-Click on your printer > Printing Preferences

• When called from within printing software / applications, Printing Preferences might be called "Printer Properties" / "Shortcuts" / “More Settings” / “Properties” / "Printer Setup" or similar.

• No Size?  If the size of the Paper Size is not included in the Drop-down list, consider / try:  Create a Custom Paper Size Form.  Reference:  HP Printers - Creating Custom Paper Sizes

NOTE >> Word > Mailings > Envelopes  :: Preferences and Envelopes 

Select / leave Printing Preferences Shortcut to "Everyday Printing" or something equally benign. 

Example - Printing Preferences - "Everyday Printing" Shortcut and options

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Next,

Where you adjust the Shortcut / Paper Size / Paper Type for the current job depends on which software / application you are using.

Which software you use depends on the type of task and the content you are printing.

For example,

Adobe Reader DC might be better for booklet printing

HP Smart supports Scan and Print for PDF and Photo / Image files.

Reminder

Duplex is not supported on all paper sizes / types.

Example - Simple Document Print - PDF

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References / Resources

Adobe Reader DC – Install Whether You Use It or Not

If you have not done so,

Reinstall / Update your PDF Reader (Adobe Reader DC /Optional  Foxit Reader)

HINT:  Watch out for and UNCHECK unwanted extra software

NOTE:  Adobe Reader DC software can be installed even if you do not normally open / view / print PDF files directly from the Adobe Reader DC software.

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Product Specifications for the HP ENVY 6055e All-in-One Printer (223N1A) 

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

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Contact HP+ Support

OR

>>> Open your HP+ Printer Homepage > Concierge Help > Click Contact Us link in the Orange box

Note that Concierge assistance is only available for registered HP+ printers.

NOTE:  Where available, the Homepage website for the non HP+ model includes any missing "Category" sections not found in the HP+ printer site.  What?  The “+” and “not +” printers are the same printer – HP+ is a benefit / service.

HP+ > Benefits, Requirements, Your Responsibilities

HP+ Printing – Website / Information / FAQ

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