Photo Printing Alignment

[RAGsb1561]

When printing photos the printer window box opens for preview and the picture shows centered on the 4 X 6 HP photo paper. But when it actually prints the image it is off center by 1/4 to 3/8 of an inch. I have checked many times to see if printing misaligned with the diagnostic printer sheet but no errors. I cannot adjust the paper size to exact measurement as indicated in the image. I had to back the last image with black background to see the difference even though it is cockeyed.

[TEJ1602]

@RAGsb1561, Welcome to HP Support Community!

This could be an issue with the drivers installed or the settings. Let us try to isolate and resolve the issue.

Ensure the driver settings are set to your requirements. Refer to the document HP Printers - How to Print Photos (Mac)  for help.

Also, you can try the steps below-

ensure that the printer is up to date with its firmware and Mac is up to date with its software. If you are unsure you may use the links below to update the printer firmware and Mac software:

Update printer firmware

Update software on Mac 

Remove and add the printer

Click the Apple menu, and then select System Preferences.

Depending on your operating system version, click Print & Fax, Print & Scan, or Printers & Scanners.

Click the name of your printer, click the Minus sign, and then delete the printer.

Click the Plus sign, and then click Add Printer or Scanner.

Click the Use or Print Using box, and then select AirPrint

Click Add to add the printer to the list.

Try to print.

Keep me posted for further assistance.

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