HP traditional print drivers for MS Windows

Figure 4-4Print on Both Sides Instructions dialog box

When you have completed the steps that appear in the dialog box, the second half of the print job prints on the back side of the stack of media. The driver does not require the program to specifically support odd- and even-page printing, because the driver coordinates this function.

Flip Pages Up

Use the Flip Pages Up check box, which is available only when Print on Both Sides is selected, to specify the duplex-binding option. By default, the Flip Pages Up check box is not available.

The following table demonstrates the results of selecting this check box, depending on the media orientation that is selected on the Basics tab.

Table 4-2Page orientation

Orientation (Basics tab)

Flip Pages Up selected

Flip Pages Up not selected

 

 

 

Portrait

Short-edge binding

Long-edge binding

 

 

 

Landscape

Long-edge binding

Short-edge binding

 

 

 

When Print on Both Sides is selected, the document preview image changes to show a spiral binding along either the left edge or the top edge of the page. In addition, a folded-over corner appears in the lower-right portion of the preview image, indicating that printing occurs on the back side. An arrow on the folded-over corner points in the direction that the pages would be flipped if they were bound together.

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HP 5200L manual Flip Pages Up, 2Page orientation

5200L specifications

The HP 5200L is a high-performance monochrome laser printer designed for medium to large office environments. It excels in producing high-quality, professional-grade documents quickly and efficiently. One of its standout features is a remarkable printing speed that can reach up to 45 pages per minute, allowing businesses to maintain workflow and meet tight deadlines with ease.

This printer utilizes advanced laser technology, providing sharp and clear text quality with a resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. This ensures that fine details are rendered accurately, making it an ideal choice for producing reports, contracts, and other important business documents. The HP 5200L also supports various media types and sizes, including letter, legal, and executive, making it versatile for different printing needs.

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