The printer settings allow you to control your print job. With them you can specify the number of copies, a page range, and the paper size. You can also specify
All printer settings have default settings that are sufficient for most print jobs. For this reason, you do not need to change printer settings often. The only times you need to change printer settings are to do the following:
Print multiple copies or specify a specific page range (such as pages 2 through 6). By default, the printer prints one copy of all pages.
Change the resolution from 360 dpi to 720dpi or 180 dpi.
Turn on MicroWeave and turn off High Speed for the highest possible quality. MicroWeave is turned on automatically when you select 720 dpi.
Use coated or transparency paper. The default is normal copier paper. When using coated paper or transparencies, change the paper type.
Use a paper size other than letter (8.5 x 11 inches). By default the printer is set up to print letter size paper. For all other paper sizes, you need to change the paper size setting or define a new one.
Additional printer settings are described later in this chapter.
Almost always, you use the printer driver to change the resolution and color settings. However, other printer settings are also available through the printer’s control panel. You use the control panel to do the following: