I want to adjust the paper tray size to be 8.5X11, right now it is 8.5X14 i want to change it

[andy1512]

the paper try size is now 8.5X14 I want to set it to 8.5X11. please explain how to do that

[Dragon-Fur]

@andy1512 

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Printer - Tray and Paper

(Re)load the paper you want to use and close the tray.

Reference:  User Guide - starting on Page 13

Next,

Use the Printer Control Panel - look for a message to modify / edit the paper size & type

OR

EWS > HP Document / How-to

Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS)

EWS – Browser – Tray and Paper Management

Open your favorite browser > type / enter Printer IP address into URL / Address bar

Tab Settings > Preferences > Tray and Paper Management

Select / Adjust settings for Paper Size / Type

Model Dependent:  Advanced section

Click Apply to save changes

Example - Tray and Paper

EWS_9025_Preferences_Tray_and_Paper_Management_All_10

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Printer - Printing Preferences

Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners > Select Printer > Printing Preferences

Edit / modify / check the default Shortcut.

For example, change the default Shortcut to "Everyday Printing"

The shortcut and settings can be updated during print job setup.

Reminder:

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

Example - Windows - Printing Preferences

9025_Printing_Preferences_Everyday_7

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Printer - Job Configuration

Start the application / software you are using to open, view, configure, and submit the job to the printer.

Recheck / Adjust the settings on the main print menu

Open the sub-menu - for example, "More Settings" , "Properties"

Select the Shortcut - add any edits for the current job, including a final check for paper setups

Click OK to save changes in any menu

Click OK to save final changes in "More Settings" , "Properties" and return to the main print menu

When ready, select Print

Example - HP Smart - Windows - Simple PDF Print

HP_Smart_Win_PDF_Print_7

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“Things that are your printer”

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

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