How do I change print format from portrait to landscape? Print shows full page but only prints half

[Jeanne391]

Wireless hp deskjet

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Jeanne391,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your printer!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Try these steps:

1. Check Print Settings (Windows)

Open Document:

• Open the document you want to print.

Access Print Dialog:

• Press Ctrl + P or go to File > Print to open the print dialog.

Select Printer:

• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.

Printer Properties:

• Click on Printer Properties, Preferences, or Setup depending on the application.

Change Orientation:

• In the print settings, look for the Orientation option.
• Select Landscape instead of Portrait.

Adjust Page Layout:

• Ensure the page layout settings match your document size.
• Check if there is a Fit to Page option or equivalent to ensure the entire document is printed on one page.

Print Preview:

• Always use Print Preview to check the layout before printing.

Print Document:

• Click Print to print the document.

2. Check Print Settings (Mac)

Open Document:

• Open the document you want to print.

Access Print Dialog:

• Go to File > Print or press Command + P to open the print dialog.

Select Printer:

• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.

Show Details:

• Click Show Details to expand the print settings.

Change Orientation:

• Under the Layout or Orientation section, select Landscape.

Adjust Page Layout:

• Verify that the page size and layout settings match your document.
• Use Scale to Fit or similar options to ensure the document fits on one page.

Print Preview:

• Use Print Preview to check the layout before printing.

Print Document:

• Click Print.

3. Check Printer Settings via HP Smart App

Open HP Smart App:

• Open the HP Smart app on your smartphone or computer.

Select Printer:

• Ensure your HP Deskjet is selected.

Open Print Options:

• Select Print Documents and open the document you want to print.

Change Orientation:

• Click on Print Preferences or Settings.
• Choose Orientation and select Landscape.

Adjust Page Layout:

• Verify the document settings under Layout.
• Use options like Fit to Page to ensure the document prints completely.

Print Preview:

• Use Print Preview to check the layout.

Print Document:

• Click Print.

4. Ensure Correct Paper Size

Also, ensure your paper size settings match the paper loaded in your printer:

1. Printer Control Panel:
   • Navigate to the control panel of your HP Deskjet printer.
2. Select Paper Size:
   • Set the paper size according to the paper you have loaded (e.g., A4, Letter).

By following these steps, you should be able to change the print orientation and ensure the document prints correctly on your HP Deskjet printer.

I hope this helps.

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Best regards,

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Jeanne391,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your printer!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Try these steps:

1. Check Print Settings (Windows)

• Open the document you want to print.
• Press Ctrl + P or go to File > Print to open the print dialog.
• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.
• Click on Printer Properties, Preferences, or Setup depending on the application.
• In the print settings, look for the Orientation option.
• Select Landscape instead of Portrait.
• Ensure the page layout settings match your document size.
• Check if there is a Fit to Page option or equivalent to ensure the entire document is printed on one page.
• Always use Print Preview to check the layout before printing
• Click Print to print the document.

2. Check Print Settings (Mac)

• Open the document you want to print.
• Go to File > Print or press Command + P to open the print dialog.
• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.
• Click Show Details to expand the print settings.
• Under the Layout or Orientation section, select Landscape.
• Verify that the page size and layout settings match your document.
• Use Scale to Fit or similar options to ensure the document fits on one page.
• Use Print Preview to check the layout before printing.
• Click Print.

3. Check Printer Settings via HP Smart App

• Open the HP Smart app on your smartphone or computer.
• Ensure your HP Deskjet is selected.
• Select Print Documents and open the document you want to print.
• Click on Print Preferences or Settings.
• Choose Orientation and select Landscape.
• Verify the document settings under Layout.
• Use options like Fit to Page to ensure the document prints completely.
• Use Print Preview to check the layout.
• Click Print.

4. Ensure Correct Paper Size

Also, ensure your paper size settings match the paper loaded in your printer:

• Navigate to the control panel of your HP Deskjet printer.
  • Set the paper size according to the paper you have loaded (e.g., A4, Letter).

By following these steps, you should be able to change the print orientation and ensure the document prints correctly on your HP Deskjet printer.

I hope this helps.

I'm glad I could help! 😊 If this resolved your issue, please mark it as "Accepted Solution" and click "Yes" on "Was this reply helpful?" Your feedback not only keeps us going but also helps others find the solution faster! 👍✨

Take care and have an amazing day ahead! 🚀

Best regards,

[Kuroi_Kenshi]

Hi @Jeanne391,

Welcome to the HP Support Community! 

Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your printer!

We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.

Try these steps:

1. Check Print Settings (Windows)

• Open the document you want to print.
• Press Ctrl + P or go to File > Print to open the print dialog.
• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.
• Click on Printer Properties, Preferences, or Setup depending on the application.
• In the print settings, look for the Orientation option.
• Select Landscape instead of Portrait.
• Ensure the page layout settings match your document size.
• Check if there is a Fit to Page option or equivalent to ensure the entire document is printed on one page.
• Always use Print Preview to check the layout before printing
• Click Print to print the document.

2. Check Print Settings (Mac)

• Open the document you want to print.
• Go to File > Print or press Command + P to open the print dialog.
• Make sure your HP Deskjet printer is selected in the printer list.
• Click Show Details to expand the print settings.
• Under the Layout or Orientation section, select Landscape.
• Verify that the page size and layout settings match your document.
• Use Scale to Fit or similar options to ensure the document fits on one page.
• Use Print Preview to check the layout before printing.
• Click Print.

3. Check Printer Settings via HP Smart App

• Open the HP Smart app on your smartphone or computer.
• Ensure your HP Deskjet is selected.
• Select Print Documents and open the document you want to print.
• Click on Print Preferences or Settings.
• Choose Orientation and select Landscape.
• Verify the document settings under Layout.
• Use options like Fit to Page to ensure the document prints completely.
• Use Print Preview to check the layout.
• Click Print.

By following these steps, you should be able to change the print orientation and ensure the document prints correctly on your HP Deskjet printer.

I hope this helps.

I'm glad I could help! 😊 If this resolved your issue, please mark it as "Accepted Solution" and click "Yes" on "Was this reply helpful?" Your feedback not only keeps us going but also helps others find the solution faster! 👍✨

Take care and have an amazing day ahead! 🚀

Best regards,