want to change default printer settings

[Rickster213]

I want to change the default printer settings for an HP 5255 to not print two-sided.

[Nal_NR]

Hi @Rickster213,

Welcome to the HP Support Community. 

I'd like to help!

To change the default printer settings for an HP 5255 on macOS 10.15 (Catalina) to not print two-sided (duplex), you can follow these steps:

Open System Preferences:

• Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen.
• Select "System Preferences."

Printers & Scanners:

• In the System Preferences window, click on "Printers & Scanners."

Select Your HP 5255 Printer:

• In the Printers & Scanners window, you'll see a list of printers on the left. Click on your HP 5255 printer to select it.

Open Printer Preferences:

• With your printer selected, you'll see various options on the right side. Click on the "Options & Supplies" button.

Change Default Settings:

• In the window that opens, go to the "Driver" or "General" tab (the exact name may vary depending on the printer model and driver).
• Look for a "Two-Sided" or "Duplex" option and change it to "Off" or "Single-Sided."

Save Changes:

• After changing the setting, click the "OK" or "Apply" button to save your changes.

Now, your HP 5255 should default to single-sided printing. The next time you print a document, it should use these settings. Keep in mind that application-specific settings may override these defaults, so ensure that your application's print settings are also set to single-sided if needed.

Hope this helps! Keep me posted for further assistance.
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