TILE PRINT

[SR45]

Can anyone tell me if my Envy 6200 is meant to have Tile Print capability and if so how to access it?

[Valsimot]

Tile like ceramic tile ?

You can't print on ceramic tiles if you mean on those tiles.

[Dragon-Fur]

@SR45 

True, the printer cannot print onto actual ceramic tile.

What else?

Are you perhaps asking about "tile prints", that is, a method to print an image larger than original over several pieces of paper?

In general, your printer might be able to create "Tile Prints".

There are some limitations and the methods vary depending on the tools, your skill set, and the desired outcome.

One of the many excellent articles on the subject of Tile Print:

How to Make Your Own Posters Using Tiled Printing

"Basic Tools"  - Tile / Poster Prints

The basic idea of printing in "poster" style can be accomplished with Adobe Reader DC 

Using an Image for your Poster / Tile Print?

Set the image into a document > save, Export the document to PDF

PDF_Document_Poster_2

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

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[SR45]

Thanks for the replies but I'm afraid I didn't explain accurately my problem. I would like to know if you can print many small images on a sheet of A4, eg visiting cards. I thought that was termed tile printing but seem to have got that wrong. I was able to do so on an inexpensive Epson some years ago but can't find a way of doing it on my HP Envy.

[Dragon-Fur]

@SR45 

Edits - Add Irfanview Example - Custom Contact Sheet Set

Using Irfanview, you can create the file you want with the images you select.

After the work is done to create the formatting and file structure, you can print the image file set on your printer.

Scroll down to section Irfanview > Custom Contact Sheet Set

Original Content

Ah, OK.

The printer is unaware of what it prints - it will print what you send, in other words.

Yes, you can print "small images on an A4 paper".

The software you use to create the job controls the option to place the images on the paper.

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In the case of HP Smart (Windows) , you can easily print more than one image on a paper.

Caveat:  There is a limitation to the size of the images and the result is not a true "tile" (square) print array.

Photo sizes include those shown in the example that explains the "how-to" process.

HP_Smart_Multiple_Photos_per_Sheet_2

Edits / Update

Irfanview > Custom Contact Sheet Set

Irfanview can be used to create a custom contact sheet set that includes image "thumbnails" in the size you select (for the images), on the "sheet size" you select (paper size).  Once created, the Contact Sheet set (file) can be printed.

Examples

Irfanview_Contact_Sheet_2

Irfanview_Contact_Sheet_2A

Irfanview_Contact_Sheet_2C

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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HP Smart for Windows

HP Smart is an application available in the Microsoft Store

Learn how to use HP Smart on your Windows 10 computer.

Open the Software and Drivers Support Website for your printer > Check the Box Get the App

OR Open and Read >>> HP Printers - Using the HP Smart App (Windows 10)

NOTES: 

• HP Smart requires that you sign into the application using your HP Account credentials.
• Document includes the HP Smart application download links for Windows and Mobile devices, plus an FAQ section to assist with questions / issues.
  •  FAQ examples: 
    • What are the requirements to use the HP Smart app?
    • Which printers are compatible with the HP Smart app?
    • Why do I need to sign in or create an account to use the HP Smart app features?
  • Older versions of the HP Smart app no longer support the login feature.
  • Update the application to the latest version to access / use HP Smart

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