3 Use the device

This section contains the following topics:

Select print media

Load media

Change print settings

Use the HP Solution Center (Windows)

Print with the rear manual feed slot

Print on both sides (duplexing)

Print on special and custom-sized media

Print borderless

Cancel a print job

Select print media

The device is designed to work well with most types of office media. It is best to test a variety of print media types before buying large quantities. Use HP media for optimum print quality. Visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com for more information about HP media.

Tips for selecting and using print media

Understand specifications for supported media

Set minimum margins

Tips for selecting and using print media

For the best results, observe the following guidelines.

Always use media that conforms to the device specifications. For more information, see Understand specifications for supported media.

Load only one type of media at a time into a tray.

Load media print-side down and aligned against the right and back edges of the tray. For more information, see Load media.

Do not overload the trays. For more information, see Understand specifications for supported media.

To prevent jams, poor print quality, and other printing problems, avoid the following media:

Multipart forms

Media that is damaged, curled, or wrinkled

Media with cutouts or perforations

Media that is heavily textured, embossed, or does not accept ink well

Media that is too lightweight or stretches easily

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