Print UK passport size photo

[papercontracts]

Hi,

I'm trying to print a photo in UK passport size (45mm tall and 35mm wide). I can't see how to set that dimension.

Any help would be appreciated.

David

[Dragon-Fur]

@papercontracts 

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Size in inches: 

1.4 x 1.8 inches

If the photo is not already at "actual" size or 100% of the needed size,

the following can help.

Optional - Check / Calculate Aspect setting

Print at Percentage of 100%

• Open image in Paint (mspaint)
• Open File Explorer > navigate to the folder in which the photo / image is stored
• Right-Click on Photo file > Properties > Details > Note pixels counts (width and height)
• Optional:  Use Aspect Ratio Calculator to ensure the shape of the photo will fit on the shape and size of the paper you wish to use for the print
• Optional:  Use Pixels to Print Size Calculator (calculator #2 on the page) to calculate the Pixels to Print Size
• Use the Math.com 3-way Percent Calculator to calculate the percentage of the larger side (width or height) to obtain the percentage of 100 % when printed on your selected paper and at your desired size
• Print the file using Paint at the calculated percentage of 100%

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 Irfanview > Brilliant Free Photo Viewing and Print Software

Irfanview requires installation of third party 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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General Example

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[papercontracts]

Hi,

Thanks for your reply and suggestions. It's very complicated, though! I'm really surprised that there's not just a passport/driving licence sized option to select in the print setup. There are several sizes to choose from, why wouldn't HP add another option, or even better, an option to print at a 'custom' size?

Thanks anyway,

David

[Dragon-Fur]

@papercontracts 

You are welcome.

Passport photos are a specialty feature.

"Why" ?  I would guess that some features are left out simply because it takes a lot of extra code for every single feature added.

More code = more complexity = more money = more need to maintain / watch / guard said code for years to come.

Lacking the automatic ability of the printer software to know what constitutes the size for a Passport photo:

Use a photo editing / viewing / printing software to accomplish the task.

Of the two offered in this answer...

Paint is somewhat more primitive than some photo printing software - hence the need to calculate the results ahead of time.

At the least, you need to know what size print you need.

If you are willing to do so, you can install photo printing software to do what you want.

Irfanview can do what you want.

Caveat:  Irfanview is third party software (free) and you have to install it to use it.

Example  - Basics  Irfanview 

Open the photo you want to print in Irfanview

File > Print 

Print Menu

Section Printer

Select the paper size (in Printer Setup)

Section Units for "Custom and Position"

Select cm or inches, and whether you want overflow controlled (leave blank if unknown)

Section Print Size

Select Custom

Enter the size in Width and Height

If the photo won't size properly,

Clear the check from Aspect Ratio

Edit / Modify / Adjust any other settings

When ready, Click Print

Example - based on tiny print 1.4 x 1.8 inches - 4x6 inch paper

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There are other options - search for a software you like to download / install or purchase.

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