How to Print With Smaller Size Paper (5 Steps)

Prepare your document in a word processing program such as Microsoft Word. Adjust the margins to your preferred size and use the spell-checker to ensure that there are no spelling errors.
Make sure that your printer is connected to your computer, then go to your word processing program's Print menu, which can generally be found in the File menu on a Windows PC and a Mac. A print dialogue page will appear where you can choose the printer you're going to be using.
Choose the appropriate paper size after choosing your printer. On a Windows PC, this can be done by clicking 'Properties,' then clicking the 'Paper/Quality' tab, where you will find a drop-down menu for paper size. The default is 'Letter --- 8 1/2 x 11,' but the menu lists a large number of different sizes including 8x10 and 5x7. If the size you need isn't listed, click on the 'Custom' button and enter your own measurements. On the print menu of a Mac, click on the blue button depicting a downward-pointing arrow next to the name of the printer you'll be using. This will expand the menu to reveal more advanced options, including paper size, which defaults to 'US Letter --- 8.50 by 11.00 inches.' As with the PC, you can then choose a different size from the drop-down menu or add in your own.
Load the paper into your printer. Make sure to have extra paper on hand in case something goes wrong and you need to re-print one or more pages. Most newer printers have guidelines for different paper sizes; generally, you will want to place the paper all the way to the right side of the tray. If your printer has a sliding paper guide, push over until it rests against the edge of the paper. This will help the paper to feed evenly into the printer so your document will come out straight.
Click 'Print' on your computer. You may want to start by printing only the first page of the document to make sure that the print job is working properly and there are no flaws, such as the text running off the side of the page. Once the first page has printed to your liking, you can then proceed to print out the rest of the pages.

How to Install New Printer Drivers

Press the button to open the CD-ROM drive tray and insert the printer CD. Click 'Start,' then 'Printer and Faxes.'
Perform a right mouse click on the printer icon representing the new printer drivers you wish to install. Then select 'Properties' from the drop-down menu.
Select the 'Advanced' tab at the top of the form. Click on the 'New Driver' button on the form.
Choose 'Next' on the Add Printer Driver Wizard form. Click on the 'Have Disk' button on the form.
Pick 'Browse' to select the correct CD-ROM drive in the system.
Click 'OK' and select the new printer driver from the list in the box. Click 'Finish.'

How to Set up a Printer a Computer (9 Steps)

Remove all of the cables and components for the computer from their box if necessary.
Set the tower close to where you wish to set up the PC, but keep it in the open so it will be easier to reach the cables in the back.
Plug the power cord into the port on the back of the case and into the wall outlet. Connect the keyboard and mouse via USB or PS/2. The USB ports are rectangular metal slots. PS/2 slots are purple and green ports on the back of the PC.
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Position the monitor where you'd like it placed permanently. Connect the VGA or DVI cable to the back of the monitor. Connect the other end to the appropriate connector on the back of the PC tower.
Turn on the PC. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your operating system.



Remove the printer and other attachments from the box. Attach any separated parts to the printer by following the quick-start guide included with the printer.
Attach the data connector (USB or parallel cable, depending on your printer) to the back of the printer and the other end to the back of the PC.
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Place the printer where you plan to keep it and plug the printer into a power outlet.
Insert the CD that came with the printer into the computer tower's optical drive. Allow the setup to open and follow the on-screen instructions to complete printer installation.
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Restart the computer to finalize the new installation.

How to Clean Lexmark All in One Printers (8 Steps)

Clean the cover and glass area. With a soft cloth, wipe the cover of the unit and then the glass itself. Fingerprints and residue can be stubborn, so if necessary use some alcohol or a neutral cleanser. Wipe the glass without putting too much pressure on the surface. Make sure to wipe away any excess liquid.
Clean the touch screen; this is where you will use the lint-free cloth (cotton is best) simply dampened with water. Again, wipe off any excess liquid.
Clean the ADF (automatic document feeder), where most problems develop. Lift the ADF unit up till it un-clicks from its position. Now using the lint-free cloth and some isopropyl alcohol, clean off the rollers that are used to feed the paper. You can gently turn each roller while cleaning so that you cover all of the roller.
Make sure that the rail that transports the scanning lens across the unit is clean by using isopropyl alcohol. A Q-Tip or two will be perfect for cleaning this area.
The steps outlined above should be repeated for preventative maintenance only every six months or when necessary.



Clean the print heads if your print quality is deteriorating by accessing the computer. Open any word processor or notepad application. From 'File,' choose 'Print' and then look for the 'Properties' tab.
Select the 'Print head' menu, then the 'Clean Print Heads' utility and let the unit go through the cleaning procedure.
If the actions in Step 2 do not help you can remove the print cartridges and try a gentle wiping of the cartridge with your lint-free cloth and a small amount of water(see Resources below).

How to Print a Self Test on a HP 1320 Laser Printer

Turn the printer on and wait for the power cycle to run.
Watch for the 'Ready/Go' light to illuminate steady. The light is on the second button from the bottom on the control panel.
Press and release the 'Go' button. The 'Go' button is the one with the 'Ready/Go' light. Wait for the test page to appear in the output tray.

How to Clear a Paper Jam on an Epson Inkjet Printer

Clear any loose paper from the paper tray. This will help you locate the jam. You will find it either in front, near the paper tray, or in the rear.
To clear a paper jam near the paper tray, grip the paper and pull it firmly but gently from the printer. If you find a stack of papers jammed, grab from the middle of the stack and pull.
For a rear jam, remove the back of the printer. When you find a free edge on the paper, grip it firmly and pull it out.
Replace the back cover. Press the 'Resume' button or turn off the printer, and then turn it back on. Your settings should reset.
Try printing another document.

How to Set a Static IP Address on a Dell 1320C Printer

Plug the Dell 1320C into your router using an Ethernet cable.
Press and hold the 'Continue' button on the front of the printer for three seconds. A test page will begin printing that shows the IP address of the printer on your network.
Open your browser and go to the number listed next to 'IP Address' on your printout. You will be asked to supply a user name and password
Enter the user 'admin' without quotes and leave the password blank.
Click 'IP Configuration' and enter the IP address you would like the printer to use. It will demand this IP from the router every time it attempts to connect.
Click 'Yes' when asked if you would like to restart the router.