Paper and specialty media guide

Using specialty media

Tips on using letterhead

•Use letterhead designed specifically for laser printers.
•Print a test page on the letterhead being considered for use before buying large quantities.
•Before loading letterhead, flex, fan, and straighten the stacks to prevent sheets from sticking together.
•Page orientation is important when printing on letterhead.
Source Printing Printable side Paper orientation
Trays One‑sided Faceup Load the sheet
with the top edge
entering the
printer first.
Trays Two‑sided Facedown Load the sheet
with the bottom
edge entering the
printer first.
Manual feeder One‑sided Facedown Load the sheet
with the top edge
entering the
printer first.
Note: Check with the manufacturer or vendor to determine whether or not the preprinted letterhead is acceptable
for laser printers.
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