avery labels not aligned correctly

[wglass]

I cannot print Avery 5201 labels correctly. They print at the top of the page. I use MS Word. I have downloaded the template several times and this is a recurring problem. I note others have posted the same issue with different models of HP printers.

[Dragon-Fur]

@wglass 

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@wglass wrote:

I cannot print Avery 5201 labels correctly. They print at the top of the page. I use MS Word. I have downloaded the template several times and this is a recurring problem. I note others have posted the same issue with different models of HP printers.

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These labels are unusual in that the template from Avery mis-spells the word printer in the template name (as least as US English spells the word "printer") and the label sheet is 4x6 inches (many templates are 8.5x11 / A4).

Nothing to be done about poor spelling from a vendor.

File name as downloaded for this test:  Avery5201PrintorWriteFileFolderLabels.docx

Nothing to be done about "different models" of printers.  So much depends on the ability of the particular printer to support the options necessary to accomplish a task.  

This particular printer model series does support the 4x6 inch paper size and can support that size for various media types.

NOTE:  Verify the paper size in the Printer Properties (found in File > Print menu)

This particular printer supports "card stock" (Index card to 200 g/m2) - card or Index is a typical choice for heavier labels, though most Avery labels do quite well using Media type "Brochure" (180 g/m2).

Important: 

• If you have trouble selecting a certain paper size with a particular media (kind of paper), create a Custom Paper Size form. 
• When you change the paper in the printer tray, be sure to check the printer control panel.  If necessary,  modify / change the paper size on the printer control panel.  If the size of paper you are using is not listed, select "Custom" > Click OK to exit the menu

Reference

Specifications > Paper Handling

and

User Guide > Load paper (Page 22)

The following is relevant to newer versions of Office Word...

NOTE: This model supports Media "Index" - perhaps noted in your Printer Properties as "Cardstock / Heavy" and also supports "Brochure matte".  This particular label sheet will likely work quite well with the "Brochure" setting for Media (kind of paper).

In general, for most templates, I use margins = "Narrow" (1/2 inch on a side)

Set the Source to "Tray 1"

Set Duplex to "Off"

Set 1 page per sheet

You also have the option of using the free Avery Design and Print software that you can download and install on your computer.

Avery Design and Print (Download for Desktop)

Dragon Document – Collection of Help, suggestions, and examples:

Printing Labels_Business-Cards_Cards

Print Labels, Business Cards, Cards, Booklet

Topics / Subjects, various, including:

• Preparation
• Labels, Cards, and Business Cards
  • Office Word
  • HP Photo Creations and Avery Templates
  • Avery Design and Print (through Windows 10) and Mac
    • Print from PDF feature
  • Avery Wizard for Word (through Windows 😎
• Printing and Printing Preferences – Notes
• Print Booklet
  • Foxit Reader - Booklet
  • Adobe Reader - Booklet
• Print on Inside of Greeting Card - Test
• Additional Help (Documents and Notes)

Reference and Resources – Places to find (more) help and learn about your Printer

Printer Homepage – “Things that are your printer”

Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, Videos, Bulletins/Notices, How-to, Troubleshooting, User Guides, Product Information, more

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