Issue With Custom Page Size

[Dego]

Hi All,

I have a HP Envy 6010 Printer.

I have been given a project to printer a small images on some pre printed cards which or not of standard size. When I measure the cards they are 146cm x 93cm. So I proceed to make a Custom Page of the same dimensions. I am allowed to set it up the Custom Page but when I want to use it it does not appear in the list.

I have checked the spec's of my printer and if I am correct it should be able to print on this size.

Also every image I have to print on the card is of a different size so I have to position differently for every card. Can somebody recommend a process or software which will allow me to see exact how the image is going to fit on the page.

Currently i am using up too many of the printed cards trying to get it in the right spot. 

Any help would me greatly appreciated. 

Regards

Desmond

[Repairatrooper]

Your screenshot shows a custom size in mm not cm. That might be your problem because 93mm would not be a supported size but 930mm would be.

[Dragon-Fur · Accepted solution]

@Dego 

If you have not done so, Install the Full Feature Software / Full Driver printer software

Doing so will help - particularly if you are printing from Word - and also when printing PDF and Images using other software or applications.

Reference

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

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Paper Size / Paper Weight

Recheck both the paper size AND the paper weight to be sure your little cards are supported in the printer.

Media Sizes Custom (imperial)	Simplex:3x5 to 8.5x11.7; Duplex:3 x 5.5 to 8.5 x 11.7
Media Sizes Custom (metric)	Simplex: 76.2 x 127 mm to 216x297mm; Duplex: 76.2 x 127 mm to 216x297mm

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

146 mm = 5.7 inches

93 mm = 3.7 inches

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After you load the paper into the printer, alert the printer to the "custom" paper size.

Not every printer supports selecting Custom - hopefully yours will allow you do to so.

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

Retain_Printing_Preferences_10

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The last part - that of centering different sized images on each card is either easy or more difficult depending on the size of the image you have, what you are willing to do, and the result you need.

If you are up for it, you could try using Print and Editing Software that gives you a bit of control over the content.

I think this software will give you access to that custom paper size template you have created...

(You still need to have installed the Full Feature Software / full driver printer software...)

Irfanview > Brilliant Free Photo Viewing, Editing, 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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Examples - Irfanview

Irfanview_Custom_Print_Size_2Irfanview_Print_1

References / Resources

HP Printer Support 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, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), more

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

HP Printer Support 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, Manuals > User Guides, Product Information (Specifications), more

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

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[Dego]

Sorry I believe it is correct just checked the size I want is 14.5cm x 9.3cm which I think is 145mm x 93mm

[Repairatrooper]

@Dego  Apparently we are both struggling with measurements today. I blame Canada's failure to fully commit to the metric system years ago.