HPEnvy 5660

[Kfb731]

Trying to make poster size (4x8’) out of 21 pieces of 8x11” letter size paper

[Dragon-Fur]

@Kfb731 

If you have not done so, install the Full Feature Software for the printer

HP ENVY 5660 e-All-in-One Printer Series Full Feature Software and Drivers 

After the software is installed, Restart the computer and log in.

Example - Print PDF file document or document content "image" in Poster format.

Note:  Image saved as a PDF file

Printing using Adobe Reader DC

PDF_Document_Poster_2

What else?

Irfanview (free) photo edit / print / scan software can create multiple page PDF for "poster" printing.

Original input is an Image file.

The final print process is handled by Adobe Reader DC set to poster printing options.

Example plates - Irfanview - Create / Print Poster

Irfanview_Multipage_PDF_1Irfanview_Multipage_PDF_1AAdobe_Reader_Poster_Print_1

References and Resources

Adobe Reader DC – Needed 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 should be installed even if you do not normally open / view / print PDF files directly from the Adobe Reader DC software.

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Irfanview > Brilliant Free Photo Viewing and Print Software

 Irfanview provides an exceptional software experience that can be used for a variety of scan and print tasks, including the “Mirror” or horizontal flip function plus several other options not found elsewhere.

• Create a Restore Point (optional, recommended)
• Download the appropriate version (32bit or 64bit) of the program from the Website and install the program
• Additional information at the website, including:  FAQ

NOTES

• Both 32bit and 64bit versions for Windows are available.
• Irfanview is also available as an Windows 10 Application from the Microsoft Store

For example,

Irfanview 64bit version – Information and Download

Software and All Plugins for 64bit version:  https://www.fosshub.com/IrfanView.html

Includes Plugin for creating Multiple-page PDF files for images (Poster or large paper printing)

Includes access (where available) to Scan with HP Twain > Adjust settings > Save

How to find Help within the Irfanview software

Once installed, open the software > tab Help

Example help entry:

Vertical/Horizontal Flip

• Click on the Image Menu, then Vertical Flip. The image will turn upside-down. The left/right orientation will stay the same.
• Click on the Image Menu, then Horizontal Flip. The image will turn side-to-side, as in a mirror.

Note: The effect can be used on a smaller portion (rectangle selection) of an image, as well as the entire image.

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

 “Things that are your printer”

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

Categories:  Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, User Guides / Manuals, Product Information (Specifications), more

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

HP ENVY 5660 e-All-in-One Printer series 

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