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Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette).................................................................................. 45
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette).................................................................................. 48
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Welcome to the XP-950 User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Product Basics
See these sections to learn about the basic features of your product.
Setting Up the Control Panel
Product Parts Locations
The Power Off and Sleep Timers
Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Using AirPrint
Using Google Cloud Print
Setting Up the Control Panel
See these sections to set up the control panel for use.
Control Panel Buttons and Lights
Using the LCD Screen
Adjusting Control Panel Position
Changing LCD Screen Language
Turning Off Control Panel Sounds
Turning Off Auto Selection Mode
Turning On Quiet Mode
Parent topic: Product Basics
Control Panel Buttons and Lights
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1
Thepower button and thepower light
2
Thehome button
3The LCD screen
4The up and down arrows (you can also scroll by swiping up and down on the LCD screen with
your finger)
5
TheCD button
6
Theback button
7Thestart button
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Using the LCD Screen
1Displays the screen name
2Displays product status information; tap the icons to display additional menus or information
3Swipe this area of the LCD screen to scroll up and down
To view a list of the icons and a description of their use, select Help > Icon List.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
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Adjusting Control Panel Position
You can adjust the position of the control panel to make it easier to access. Raise or lower it to the
desired angle as shown.
Note: The control panel rises and the output tray slides out automatically when printing starts.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Changing LCD Screen Language
You can change the language used on the LCD screen.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Scroll down and select Basic Setup.
4.Select Language.
5.Select a language.
6.Press thehome button to exit.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Turning Off Control Panel Sounds
You can turn off the sound heard when you press buttons on the control panel.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Select Printer Setup.
4.Select Sound.
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5.Select Button Press.
6.Select the Off setting.
7.Press thehome button to exit.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Turning Off Auto Selection Mode
Auto Selection Mode changes the menu options on the LCD screen automatically depending on the
action you perform. For instance, loading a memory card displays memory card-related menu options on
the screen. You can turn off this feature from the product's control panel.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Select Guide Functions.
4.Select Auto Selection Mode.
5.Turn off the desired options displayed on the screen.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Turning On Quiet Mode
You can reduce the noise the product makes by turning on the Quiet Mode option.
Note: Turning on this setting may reduce print speed.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Select Printer Setup.
4.Select Quiet Mode.
5.Select the On setting.
6.Press thehome button to exit.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Control Panel
Product Parts Locations
See these sections to identify the parts on your product.
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Product Parts - Top
Product Parts - Front
Product Parts - Inside
Product Parts - Back
Parent topic: Product Basics
Product Parts - Top
1Rear paper feed slot cover
2Paper support
3Rear paper feed slot
4Edge guide
5CD/DVD tray (shown removed and in storage position)
6Document cover
The product enters sleep mode or turns off automatically if it is not used for a period of time. You can
adjust the time period before power management, but increasing the time reduces the product's energy
efficiency.
Changing the Power Off Timer Setting From the Control Panel
Changing the Sleep Timer Setting From the Control Panel
Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Windows
Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac OS X
Parent topic: Product Basics
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Changing the Power Off Timer Setting From the Control Panel
You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the printer turns off
automatically.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Select Printer Setup.
You see this screen:
4.Press the up or down arrow buttons to select Power Off Timer.
You see this screen:
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5.Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the length of time after which you want the product to
automatically turn off when it is not in use.
6.Press thehome button to exit.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers
Changing the Sleep Timer Setting From the Control Panel
You can use the product's control panel to change the time period before the product enters sleep mode.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Setup.
3.Select Printer Setup.
You see this screen:
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4.Press the up or down arrow buttons to select Sleep Timer.
You see this screen:
5.Press the up or down arrow buttons to select the time period you want before the product goes to
sleep.
6.Press thehome button to exit.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers
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Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Windows
You can use the printer software to change the time period before the printer enters sleep mode or turns
off automatically.
1.Do one of the following:
• Windows 8: Navigate to the Start screen, right-click the screen, and select Devices and
Printers. Right-click your product name and select Printing Preferences.
• Windows 7: Clickand select Devices and Printers. Right-click your product name and select
Printing Preferences.
• Windows Vista: Clickand select Control Panel. Click Printer under Hardware and Sound,
right-click your product name, and select Printing Preferences.
• Windows XP: Click Start and select Printers and Faxes. (Or open the Control Panel, select
Printers and Other Hardware if necessary, and select Printers and Faxes.) Right-click your
product name and select Printing Preferences.
2.Click the Maintenance tab.
3.Click the Printer and Option Information button.
You see the Printer and Option Information screen:
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4.Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in
use as the Power Off Timer setting.
5.Click Send.
6.Select the time period you want before the product goes to sleep as the Sleep Timer setting.
7.Click Send.
8.Click OK to close the open program windows.
Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers
Changing the Power and Sleep Timer Settings - Mac OS X
You can use the printer software to change the time period before the printer enters sleep mode.
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1.Do one of the following:
• Mac OS X 10.6/10.7/10.8: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select
Print & Fax or Print & Scan, select your product, and select Options & Supplies. Select Utility
and select Open Printer Utility.
• Mac OS X 10.5: In the Apple menu or the Dock, select System Preferences. Select Print & Fax,
select your product, and select Open Print Queue or Print Queue. Select Utility.
2.Select Printer Settings.
You see this screen:
3.Select the length of time after which you want the product to automatically turn off when it is not in
use as the Power Off Timer setting.
4.Select the time period you want before the product goes to sleep as the Sleep Timer setting.
5.Click Apply.
6.Close the Printer Settings window.
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Parent topic: The Power Off and Sleep Timers
Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
You can print documents, photos, emails, and web pages from your home, office, or even across the
globe. You can use your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Epson offers these solutions to print and scan
from anywhere: Epson Email Print, Epson iPrint Mobile App, Epson Remote Print, and Epson Scan to
Cloud.
Using Epson Email Print
Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App
Using Epson Remote Print
Using Epson Scan to Cloud
Parent topic: Product Basics
Using Epson Email Print
With Epson Email Print, you can print from any device that can send email, such as your smartphone,
tablet, or laptop. Just activate your product's unique email address. When you want to print, attach a
PDF, Microsoft Office document, or photo and send an email to your product.
1.Set up your product for network printing as described on the Start Here sheet.
2.If you did not already set up Email Print when you installed your product software, visit
epson.com/connect to learn more about Email Print, check compatibility, and get detailed setup
instructions.
3.Send an email with attachments to your product's Email Print address.
Note: Both the email and any attachments print by default. You can change these printing options by
logging into your Epson Connect account.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Using the Epson iPrint Mobile App
Use this free Apple and Android app to print to nearby Epson networked products. The Epson iPrint
Mobile App lets you print PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, photos, and web pages over a wireless
network. You can even scan and save a file on your device, send it as an email, or upload it to an online
service such as Box, Dropbox, Evernote, or Google Drive.
1.Set up your product on a network as described in this manual. See the links below.
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2.Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Epson iPrint and check the compatibility of your mobile
device.
3.Download Epson iPrint from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
4.Connect your mobile device to the same wireless network that your product is using.
5.Print from your mobile device to your Epson product.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Using Epson Remote Print
With Epson Remote Print software on your Windows computer or laptop, you can print to an Epson
Email-enabled product anywhere in the world.
1.Visit epson.com/connect to learn more about Remote Print and how to download the software.
2.Download and install the Remote Print software.
3.Obtain the email address and optional access key of the Epson product you want to use for printing,
and enter this address during Remote Print setup.
4.Select the print command in your application and choose the Remote Print driver for your Epson
product.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
Using Epson Scan to Cloud
The Epson Scan to Cloud service sends your scanned files to a destination that you have registered with
Epson Connect.
1.Set up your product for network printing as described on the Start Here sheet.
2.Visit epson.com/connect for instructions on registering an account and your product with Epson
Connect.
3.After registering, sign in to the Epson Connect web page with the email address and password you
selected.
4.Select Destination List for Scan to Cloud.
5.Click Add, then follow the instructions on the screen to create your destination list.
6.When you're ready to scan, select the setting for the Scan to Cloud service on your product control
panel.
Parent topic: Epson Connect Solutions for Smartphones, Tablets, and More
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Related tasks
Starting a Scan Using the Product Control Panel
Using AirPrint
AirPrint allows you to wirelessly print to your AirPrint-enabled product from iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
running the latest version of iOS.
1.Set up your product for wireless printing as described on the Start Here sheet.
2.Connect your Apple device to the same wireless network that your product is using.
3.Print from your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to your product.
Parent topic: Product Basics
Using Google Cloud Print
With a Google Account, you can print from your Apple or Android device to your Epson product. You can
also print from Chromebooks and the Google Chrome browser without drivers or cables.
If you are setting up your product for the first time, set up your Epson product for network printing as
described on the Start Here sheet.
Note: Make sure your Epson printer and computer are connected to the same network before starting
the Google Cloud Print setup.
If your product is already on your network, follow these steps:
1.Connect your device to the same network that your Epson product is using.
2.Print a network status sheet.
3.Locate your product's IP address on the network status sheet.
4.Enter the IP address into the address bar of a web browser.
5.Select the Google Cloud Print Services option.
Note: If you don't see the Google Cloud Print Services option, turn your product off and back on. If
the option still doesn't appear, select the Firmware Update option and follow the on-screen
instructions to update your product.
6.Click Register.
7.Select the check box to agree to the Usage Advisory and click Next.
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8.Click OK to launch the sign-in page.
A separate browser window opens.
9.Enter your Google Account username and password and click Sign in, or, if you don't have an
account, click Sign up for a new Google Account and follow the on-screen instructions.
10. Click Finish printer registration to complete setup and print a test page.
Your product is now linked to your Google Account and can be accessed from any Chromebook,
computer, Apple or Android device with internet access. Visit Epson Support for more information on
using Google Cloud Print, or the Google Cloud Print website for a list of supported apps.
Parent topic: Product Basics
Related tasks
Printing a Network Status Sheet
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Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
See these sections to use your product on a Wi-Fi or wired network.
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup
Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Printing a Network Status Sheet
Changing or Updating Network Connections
Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup
You can set up your product to communicate with your computer using a wireless router or access point.
The wireless router or access point can be connected to your computer over a wireless or wired network.
1Epson product
2Wireless router or access point
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3Computer with a wireless interface
4Computer
5Internet
6Ethernet cable (used only for wired connection to the wireless router or access point)
Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Selecting Wireless Network Settings From the Control Panel
You can select or change wireless network settings using your product control panel.
To install your product on a wireless network, follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet and install
the necessary software from the product CD. The installer program guides you through network setup.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
3.Select Wi-Fi Setup Wizard.
Note: If you need to disable the wireless network to set up your product on an Ethernet network,
scroll down and select Disable Wi-Fi instead. Then follow the instructions on changing to a wired
network connection in this guide.
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4.Select the name of your wireless network or enter the name manually.
Note: To enter the wireless network name manually, scroll down and then select Other Networks.
Use the displayed keypad to enter your network name, as described in the next step.
5.Enter your wireless password (or network name and then password) using the displayed keypad.
Note: The network name and password are case sensitive. Be sure to correctly enter uppercase and
lowercase letters, and numeric or special characters.
• Press the touch screen buttons repeatedly to scroll through characters.
• Pressorto move the cursor.
• Press 1 Symb. to enter symbols.
• Pressto delete the previous character.
6.Press Done when you’re finished entering your password.
7.Confirm the displayed network settings and select Proceed to save them.
Note: If you need to change a setting, press theback button.
8.If you want to print a network setup report, press thestart button. (Otherwise, select Done.)
If the network connection is successful, a Wi-Fi antenna icon with blue connection bars is displayed
in the upper-left corner of the LCD screen.
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Parent topic: Wi-Fi Infrastructure Mode Setup
Related tasks
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection
Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup
You can set up your product to communicate directly with your computer or another device without
requiring a wireless router or access point.
1Epson product
2Computer with a wireless interface
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3Other wireless device
Your product automatically selects one of these modes to communicate with your computer or device:
Access point mode
If your product is not already connected to a wireless network, it enters access point mode and the
product itself acts as the network access point for up to 4 devices. When operating in this mode, your
product displays an AP connection symbol on the LCD screen.
Peer-to-peer mode
If your product is already connected to a wireless network, it enters peer-to-peer mode and
disconnects from any other networks. This also disables any other product features requiring access
to the Internet. When operating in this mode, your product displays a Direct or D connection symbol
on the LCD screen.
Note: To disconnect a peer-to-peer mode connection, release the connection to your product from
your computer or other device. Your product will reconnect to the previously used network.
Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Enabling Wi-Fi Direct Mode
You can enable Wi-Fi Direct mode to allow direct communication between your product and computer or
other devices without a wireless router or access point.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
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3.Scroll down and select Wi-Fi Direct Routerless Setup.
4.Select Connection Setup.
5.Select Change Password, then select OK.
Note: If you have already connected devices or computers to your product via Wi-Fi Direct, they will
be disconnected when you change the password.
6.Enter your Wi-Fi Direct password.
Note: Your password must be at least 8 and no more than 22 characters long.
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• Press the touch screen buttons repeatedly to scroll through characters.
• Pressorto move the cursor.
• Press 1 Symb. to enter symbols.
• Pressto delete the previous character.
7.Press Done when you finish entering your password.
You see this screen:
8.Scroll down to view the SSID (Wi-Fi network name) and password.
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9.Use your computer or wireless device to select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) displayed on the
LCD screen, then enter the password shown.
10. Press thehome button to exit.
You see either an AP or Direct connection symbol on the LCD screen and should be able to print
directly to your product from your computer or device.
Note: If the AP or Direct connection symbol is not displayed on the LCD screen, Wi-Fi Direct mode
is not enabled. Repeat these steps to try again.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Direct Mode Setup
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
If your network uses a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can quickly connect your
product to the network using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
Note: To check if your router is WPS-enabled, look for a button labeled WPS on your router or access
point. If there is no hardware button, there may be a virtual WPS button in the software for the device.
Check your network product documentation for details.
Using WPS to Connect to a Network
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Using WPS to Connect to a Network
If you have a WPS-enabled wireless router or access point, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to
connect your product to the network.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
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3.Select Push Button Setup (WPS).
4.Follow the instructions on the LCD screen to complete WPS setup.
If the network connection is successful, a Wi-Fi antenna icon with blue connection bars is displayed
in the upper-left corner of the LCD screen.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
Printing a Network Status Sheet
You can print a network status sheet to help you determine the causes of any problems you may have
using your product on a network.
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1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
3.Select Wi-Fi/Network Status.
You see a screen like this:
Note: If you are connected to a network wirelessly, the signal strength is also displayed.
4.Select Status Sheet, then press thestart button to print the network status sheet.
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(Select Cancel if you want to cancel the operation.)
Examine the settings shown on the network status sheet to diagnose any problems you have.
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Changing or Updating Network Connections
See these sections to change or update how your product connects to a network.
Accessing the Web Config Utility
Changing a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi Connection
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection
Connecting to a New Wi-Fi Router
Disabling Wi-Fi Features
Parent topic: Wi-Fi or Wired Networking
Accessing the Web Config Utility
You can select your product's network settings and confirm its operating status using a web browser.
You do this by accessing your product's built-in Web Config utility from a computer or other device that is
connected to the same network as your product.
1.Print a network status sheet.
2.Locate the IP Address for your product that is listed on the network status sheet.
3.On a computer or other device connected to the same network as your product, open a web
browser.
4.Enter your product's IP address into the address bar.
You see the available Web Config utility options.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Changing a USB Connection to a Wi-Fi Connection
If you have already connected your product to your computer using a USB connection, you can change
to a Wi-Fi connection or add a Wi-Fi connection to print wirelessly.
1.Do one of the following:
• If you want to use only a Wi-Fi connection, disconnect the USB cable from your product. With
Windows, also uninstall your product software.
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• If you want to add a Wi-Fi connection in addition to a USB connection, leave the USB cable
connected to your product.
2.Download your product software from the Epson website, or install it from the CD that came with
your product using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Changing a Wi-Fi Connection to a Wired Network Connection
If you have already connected your product to your computer wirelessly, you can change to a wired
network connection if necessary.
1.Disable your product's Wi-Fi features.
2.Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to the product's LAN port.
3.Connect the other end to any available LAN port on your router or access point.
4.Download and install your product software from the Epson website, or install it from the CD that
came with your product.
5.Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
6.When you see the Select Your Connection screen, select Wired network connection.
7.If you see a Select Setup Option screen, select Setup printer for the first time.
8.Continue following the rest of the on-screen instructions.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
Connecting to a New Wi-Fi Router
If you change the wireless router you have been using on your network, you can update your product's
Wi-Fi connection to the new router.
1.Do one of the following:
• Windows: Uninstall your product software.
• Mac OS X: Go to the next step.
2.Download your product software from the Epson website, or install it from the CD that came with
your product using the instructions on the Start Here sheet.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
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Disabling Wi-Fi Features
You may need to disable your product's Wi-Fi features if you change your network connection type or
need to solve a problem with your network connection.
Note: Before disabling Wi-Fi features, make a note of your product's SSID (network name) and
password, and any network settings selected for the Epson Connect services you may use.
1.Press thehome button, if necessary.
2.Select Wi-Fi Setup.
You see this screen:
3.Scroll down and select Disable Wi-Fi.
4.Select Yes to disable Wi-Fi.
Parent topic: Changing or Updating Network Connections
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Loading Paper
Before you print, load paper for the type of printing you will do.
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette)
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot
Loading Envelopes
Paper Loading Capacity
Available Epson Papers
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Paper or Media Type Settings
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
You can load photo paper and other media in these sizes in the upper paper cassette:
• 3.5 × 5 inches (89 × 127 mm)
• 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm)
• 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm)
• A6 (4.1 × 5.8 inches [105 × 148 mm])
• 16:9 wide (4 × 7.1 inches [102 × 181 mm])
Note: Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing.
1.Close the output tray, if necessary.
Note: As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is normal.
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2.Open the front cover.
3.Pull out the upper paper cassette. The upper cassette has alabel on the right side.
Note: If the cassette is too far inside the product to reach, turn the product off and then back on
again to reset the cassette's position.
4.Slide the edge guides outward.
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5.Set the front edge guide to the position for the paper size you are using.
Note: Various paper sizes are marked on the tray.
6.Insert paper with the glossy or printable side facedown.
Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the front edge guide.
7.Slide the side edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly.
Note: Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge guides.
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8.Keep the cassette flat as you insert it until the left and right arrow marks on the tray and product line
up.
Note: The output tray opens automatically when you print. Leave enough space in front of the
product for the paper to be fully ejected. Do not remove or insert the paper cassette while the
product is operating.
Always follow these paper loading guidelines:
• Load only the recommended number of sheets.
• Load paper short edge first and printable side facedown.
• Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge guides and not sticking out from the end of the
cassette.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions.
Parent topic: Loading Paper
Related references
Paper Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette)
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot
Loading Envelopes
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette)
You can load paper up to this size in the lower paper cassette: Legal (8.5 × 14 inches [216 × 357 mm]).
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Note: Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing.
1.Close the output tray, if necessary.
Note: As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is normal.
2.Open the front cover.
3.Pull on the front cover to pull out the lower paper cassette.
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4.Slide the edge guides outward.
Note: If you are using legal-size paper, remove the CD/DVD tray from the product. Press the button
on the cassette and then extend it as shown.
5.Set the front edge guide to the paper size you are using.
Note: Various paper sizes are marked on the tray.
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6.Insert paper with the glossy or printable side facedown.
Note: Make sure the paper is loaded against the edge guide and not sticking out from the end of the
cassette.
7.Slide the side edge guides against the paper, but not too tightly.
Note: Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge guides.
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8.Keep the cassette flat as you insert it.
Note: The output tray opens automatically when you print. Leave enough space in front of the
product for the paper to be fully ejected. Do not remove or insert the paper cassette while the
product is operating.
Always follow these paper loading guidelines:
• Load only the recommended number of sheets.
• Load paper short edge first and printable side facedown.
• Make sure the paper is under the tabs on the edge guides and not sticking out from the end of the
cassette.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions.
Parent topic: Loading Paper
Related references
Paper Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot
Loading Envelopes
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot
You can load card stock, envelopes, and other thick media in the rear paper feed slot.
Note: Paper that is too stiff may not load correctly even if it is within the paper specifications.
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1.Send your print job from a computer or using the product's touch screen.
• If printing from a computer, select Rear Paper Feed Slot for the Source (Windows) or Paper
Source (Mac OS X) setting.
• If printing from the product's touch screen, select Rear Paper Feed Slot for the Paper Source
setting.
2.Flip open the rear paper feed slot cover.
3.Extend the paper support and tilt it back.
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4.Slide the edge guides outward.
5.Do one of the following:
• Load a single sheet of paper or thick media, printable side up and short edge first, in the center of
the rear paper feed slot until you hear a beep. Slide the edge guides against the paper, but not too
tightly.
• Load an envelope, short edge first with the flap facing down, in the center of the rear paper feed
slot until you hear a beep. Slide the edge guides against the envelope, but not too tightly.
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6.When you are ready to print, press thestart button.
Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel. If the Button Press setting is turned off, you do not hear a
beep when inserting paper.
Always follow these loading guidelines:
• Load one sheet or envelope at a time.
• Be careful not to insert paper too far or not far enough. Feed about 2 inches (5 cm) of paper into the
printer as shown.
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12 inches (5 cm)
• Do not insert paper at an angle, or it may cause a paper jam or wrinkle your printout.
• You can load hole-punched paper with holes on either side, but you may need to adjust the margins in
your print file to avoid printing over the holes.
• Check the paper package for any additional loading instructions.
Parent topic: Loading Paper
Related references
Paper Loading Capacity
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Paper Specifications
Related tasks
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette)
Loading Envelopes
Loading Envelopes
You can load envelopes in Cassette 2 (lower cassette) as described here. You can print on plain paper
envelopes in this size: No. 10 (4.1 × 9.5 inches [105 × 241 mm]).
You can also load a single envelope in the rear paper feed slot, as described in that section.
Note: Do not remove or insert the paper cassette during printing.
1.Close the output tray, if necessary.
Note: As you slide in the output tray, there may be slight resistance and noise. This is normal.
2.Open the front cover.
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3.Pull on the front cover to pull out the lower paper cassette.
4.Slide the edge guides outward.
5.Insert up to 10 envelopes, printable side facedown and flap edge left, as shown.
Note: Make sure the envelope is not sticking out from the end of the cassette.
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6.Slide the edge guides against the envelopes, but not too tightly.
Note: Make sure the envelopes are under the tabs on the edge guides.
7.Keep the cassette flat as you insert it.
Note: The output tray opens automatically when you print.
Always follow these envelope loading guidelines:
• If you have trouble loading a stack of envelopes, press each envelope flat before loading it or load one
envelope at a time.
• Do not load envelopes that are curled, folded, or too thin.
Parent topic: Loading Paper
Related references
Paper Loading Capacity
Related tasks
Loading Paper in Cassette 1 (Upper Cassette)
Loading Paper in Cassette 2 (Lower Cassette)
Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed Slot
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Paper Loading Capacity
Load one sheet of paper or one envelope at a time in the rear paper feed slot. See the table here for the
loading capacity of the paper cassettes.
Paper typeLoad up to this many sheets
Plain paperLetter (8.5 × 11 inches—
Epson Bright White Paper80 sheets—
Epson Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation20 sheets—
Paper Matte
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation
Paper Matte
Epson Photo Paper Glossy20 sheets20 sheets
Epson Premium Photo Paper
Epson Premium Presentation1 sheet—
Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive
Sheets
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer
paper
Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper
Matte Double-sided
Envelopes10 envelopes—
Parent topic: Loading Paper
Available Epson Papers
You can purchase genuine Epson ink and paper at Epson Supplies Central at epson.com/ink3 (U.S.
sales) or epson.ca (Canadian sales). You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller.
To find the nearest one, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
You can print borderless photos on compatible paper types in compatible sizes:
Borderless Paper Types
• Epson Photo Paper Glossy
• Epson Premium Photo Paper Glossy
• Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Glossy
• Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
• Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
• Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte
• Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Borderless Paper Sizes
• 3.5 × 5 inches (89 × 127 mm)
• 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm)
• 16:9 wide (4 × 7.1 inches [102 × 181 mm])
• 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm)
• 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm)
• Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm])
• A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm])
• A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm])
• 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm)
Parent topic: Loading Paper
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Paper or Media Type Settings
For this paperSelect this paper Type or Media Type setting
Plain paperPlain Paper/Bright White Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper GlossyUltraPremiumPhotoPaperGlossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper GlossyPremium Photo Paper Glossy
Epson Photo Paper GlossyPhoto Paper Glossy
Epson Presentation Paper MattePresentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-glossPremium Photo Paper Semi-Gloss
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper LusterUltra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Premium Presentation Paper MattePremium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-
sided
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Brochure & Flyer Paper Matte Double-sided
Epson Velvet Fine Art PaperVelvet Fine Art Paper
EnvelopesEnvelope
Note: The settings listed here are available only when printing from your computer; they do not apply to
your product's control panel settings.
Parent topic: Loading Paper
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Placing Originals on the Product
Follow the instructions here to place your original documents or photos on the product.
Caution: Do not place anything on top of your product or use its cover as a writing surface to avoid
damaging it.
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass
You can place originals up to this size on the scanner glass: Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) or
A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]).
1.Open the document cover.
2.Place your original facedown on the scanner glass with the top of the original facing into the corner
shown. Slide the original to the edges of the indicated corner.
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Note: You can place multiple originals on the scanner glass. Just make sure they are at least 0.20
inch (5 mm) away from each other and from the edge of the scanner glass.
3.If you are copying two book pages onto one sheet, place the book as shown to copy the first page,
then turn the book as shown to copy the second page.
4.Close the document cover gently to keep your original in place.
Parent topic: Placing Originals on the Product
Related topics
Copying
Scanning
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Copying
See the information here to copy documents or photos using your product.
Note: Copies may not be exactly the same size as your originals.
Copying Documents or Photos
Copying and Restoring Photos
Related tasks
Copying onto a CD/DVD
Copying Documents or Photos
You can copy documents or photos onto various sizes and types of paper, including Epson special
papers.
1.Place your original document or photo on the scanner glass.
2.Load the paper you want to print on.
Note: Load only the recommended number of sheets.
3.Select Copy.
4.To print more than one copy, press + or – to select the number (up to 99).
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5.Select Color or B&W.
6.Scroll down to view and change additional copy settings, if necessary.
7.When you are ready to copy, pressstart.
Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel.
Paper Type Settings - Copying
Paper Size Settings - Copying
Copying Options
Parent topic: Copying
Related references
Available Epson Papers
Related tasks
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass
Related topics
Loading Paper
Paper Type Settings - Copying
Select a Paper Type setting that matches the paper you loaded.
Paper type loadedPaper Type setting
Plain paperPlain Paper
Epson Bright White Paper
Epson Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Iron-on Cool Peel Transfer paper
Epson Photo Quality Self-adhesive Sheets
Epson Premium Presentation Paper MatteMatte
Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Paper Matte
Epson Premium Presentation Paper Matte Double-sided
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Paper type loadedPaper Type setting
Epson Premium Photo Paper GlossyPrem. Glossy
Epson Premium Photo Paper Semi-gloss
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper GlossyUltra Glossy
Epson Photo Paper GlossyGlossy
Parent topic: Copying Documents or Photos
Paper Size Settings - Copying
Select the Paper Size setting that matches the paper you loaded.
Note: You can copy photos only on these paper sizes.
• 4 × 6 inches (102 × 152 mm)
• 5 × 7 inches (127 × 178 mm)
• 8 × 10 inches (203 × 254 mm)
• Letter (8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm])
• A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm])
• A3 (11.7 × 16.5 inches [297 × 420 mm])
• 11 × 17 inches (279 × 432 mm)
Parent topic: Copying Documents or Photos
Copying Options
Select the copying options you want to use for your copies.
Note: Not all options or settings may be available, depending on other copying settings.
Copying optionAvailable settingsDescription
DensityVarying levelsAdjusts the lightness or darkness of copies
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Copying optionAvailable settingsDescription
2-Sided Copying1>1-SidedUses the duplexer to make 2-sided copies
1>2-Sided
LayoutWith BorderLeaves a small margin around the image
BorderlessExpands the image to the edge of the paper
(slight cropping may occur)
A4, 2-up CopyCopies 2 originals onto a single A4-size sheet
Letter, 2-up CopyCopies 2 originals onto a single letter-size sheet
A4, Book/2-upCopies 2 pages of a book or magazine onto a
single A4-size sheet
Letter, Book/2-upCopies 2 pages of a book or magazine onto a
single letter-size sheet
Book/2-sidedCopies 2 pages of a book or magazine onto both
sides of a single sheet (only available when 1>2-
Sided is selected)
Reduce/EnlargeCustom SizeAutomatically sizes the image by the percentage
you select
Actual SizeCopies at 100% size
Auto Fit PageAutomatically sizes the image to fit the selected
paper size setting
Letter->4x6in and otherAutomatically converts from one size to another
conversions
Paper SizeVarious sizesSelects the paper size for the copy printout
Paper TypePlain PaperAdjusts printer settings for the selected paper
Matte
type
Prem. Glossy
Ultra Glossy
Glossy
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Copying optionAvailable settingsDescription
Paper SourceCassette 1Copies onto paper loaded in Cassette 1 (upper
cassette)
Cassette 2Copies onto paper loaded in Cassette 2 (lower
cassette)
Rear Paper Feed SlotCopies onto paper loaded in the rear paper feed
slot
Document TypeTextCopies a text document
Text & ImageCopies a document that includes text and
images
PhotoCopies a photograph
QualityDraftProvides lower quality for draft copies (plain
paper only)
StandardProvides good quality for most copies
BestProvides the highest quality for special copies
DocumentPortraitSpecifies the orientation of your originals (only
Orientationavailable when 1>2-Sided is selected)
Landscape
Binding MarginLeftEdgeSpecifies the binding edge of your double-sided
Top Edge
copies (only available when 1>2-Sided is
selected)
ExpansionStandardAdjusts the amount of expansion for printing
Medium
borderless photos
Minimum
Dry TimeStandardProvides longer drying time for 2-sided copies, if
Long
smudges or marks appear on the front of the
paper when you print on the second side
Longer
Clear All Settings—Restoresthecopysettingstothedefaultsettings
Parent topic: Copying Documents or Photos
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Copying and Restoring Photos
You can restore the colors in faded photos as you copy them.
1.Load photo paper in the product.
2.Press thehome button, if necessary.
3.Select More Functions.
4.Select Copy/Restore Photos.
5.Select On.
6.Place up to two original photos on the product.
Note: View the LCD screen for instructions on placing your photos on the product.
7.Press thestart button.
8.Press + or – to select one or more copies of the photo (up to 99).
9.If you placed two originals on the scanner, press the left or right arrow button to view the second
original, then press + or – to select one or more copies of the photo (up to 99).
10. To adjust your print and copy settings, do one or more of the following:
• To change the print settings, select Settings, and select the necessary settings.
• To adjust the copy image, select Edit > Photo Adjustments, then select your settings.
• To add a B&W filter to the copy, select Edit > Filter, then select the B&W setting.
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• To crop or zoom into your photo, select Edit > Crop/Zoom, then press the icons displayed on the
LCD screen to crop your image.
11. When you are ready to print, press thestart button.
Note: To cancel printing, select Cancel.
Parent topic: Copying
Related references
Available Epson Papers
Paper Type Settings - Copying
Paper Size Settings - Copying
Copying Options
Related tasks
Placing Originals on the Scanner Glass
Related topics
Loading Paper
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Printing From a Computer
Before printing from your computer, make sure you have set up your product and installed its software
as described on the Start Here sheet.
Note: If you have an Internet connection, it is a good idea to check for updates to your product software
on Epson's support website. If you see a Software Update screen, select Enable automatic checking
and click OK. The update scans your system to see if you have the latest product software. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
Printing with Windows
Printing with Mac OS X
Cancelling Printing Using a Product Button
Related tasks
Checking for Software Updates
Printing with Windows
You can print with your product using any Windows printing program, as described in these sections.
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows
Changing Automatic Update Options
Parent topic: Printing From a Computer
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Select the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print.
1.Open a photo or document for printing.
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2.Select the print command in your application.
Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, or
another command. See your application's help utility for details.
3.If necessary, select your product name as the printer you want to use.
Note: You may also need to select Properties or Preferences to view your print settings.
You see the Main tab of your printer settings window:
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4.Select the Quality Option setting that matches your print content and the print quality you want to
use.
5.Select the Source setting that indicates where you loaded the paper or CD/DVD you want to print
on.
6.Select the type of paper you loaded as the Type setting.
Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list
for details.
7.Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Size setting.
Note: You can also select the User Defined setting to create a custom paper size.
8.Select one of the border options:
• If you are printing a borderless photo, select Borderless.
Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print without borders.
Check the borderless paper compatibility list for details.
• If you are printing a document or a photo with borders, select Borders.
9.Select the orientation of your document or photo as shown in the printer settings window.
Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape.
10. To print on both sides of the paper, select a 2-sided printing option.
11. Select any of the available print options.
Note: If you need to access the Epson product support website, click the Online Support button.
Paper Source Options - Windows
Basic Print Options - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related references
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Paper or Media Type Settings
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Related tasks
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
Paper Source Options - Windows
You can select any of the available options in the Paper Source menu to print on the paper loaded in that
source.
Auto Cassette Selection
Automatically selects the paper source based on the selected paper size.
Cassette 1
Selects the paper in cassette 1 as the paper source.
Cassette 2
Selects the paper in cassette 2 as the paper source.
Cassette 1 > Cassette 2
Selects the paper in cassette 1 as the paper source and automatically switches to cassette 2 when
cassette 1 is empty.
Rear Paper Feed Slot
Selects the paper in the rear feed slot as the paper source.
CD/DVD
Selects the CD or DVD loaded as the source.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Basic Print Options - Windows
You can select any of the basic print options to customize your print. Some options may be pre-selected
or unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen.
Fix Photo
Improves the color, contrast, and sharpness of flawed photos.
Note: Fix Photo uses a sophisticated face recognition technology to optimize photos that include
faces. For this to work, both eyes and the nose must be visible in the subject's face. If your photo
includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off Fix Photo to
retain the special color effects.
Fix Red-Eye
Reduces or removes red-eye in photos.
Reverse Order
Prints multi-page print jobs last page first.
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Print Preview
Displays a preview of your printout before printing.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Select print settings on the Advanced tab to customize the quality and color settings for your printout,
and save your own printing presets.
1.Click the Advanced tab.
You see the advanced print settings:
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2.Select the Paper & Quality Options settings for your printout:
• Select where you loaded the paper or CD/DVD you want to print on.
• Select the type of paper you loaded.
Note: Check the paper type settings list for details.
• Select the print quality setting you want to use.
Note: Check the print quality settings list for details.
• Select the size of the paper you loaded.
• Select Borderless to print a borderless photo, or Borders to print a document or a photo with
borders.
Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print without borders.
Check the borderless paper compatibility list for details.
3.Select Portrait or Landscape as the orientation of your document or photo.
Note: If you are printing an envelope, select Landscape.
4.Select any of the available advanced print options.
5.Select any of the available color management options, or turn off color management.
Advanced Print Quality Settings - Windows
Advanced Print Options - Windows
Color Management Options - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related references
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Paper or Media Type Settings
Paper Source Options - Windows
Related tasks
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
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Advanced Print Quality Settings - Windows
You can select any of the print quality settings to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may
be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen.
Draft
For draft printing on photo paper.
Fast Economy
For the fastest printing with draft quality.
Economy
For fast printing with reduced quality.
Normal
For everyday text and image printing.
Fine
For text and graphics with good quality and print speed.
Photo
For photos and graphics with good quality and print speed.
Photo RPM
For the best print quality, but the slowest print speed.
Parent topic: Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Advanced Print Options - Windows
You can select any of the print options to customize your print. Some options may be unavailable,
depending on other settings you have chosen.
Fix Red-Eye
Reduces or removes red-eye in photos.
High Speed
Speeds up printing, but may reduce print quality.
Edge Smoothing
Smooths jagged edges in low-resolution images such as screen captures or images from the Web.
Print Preview
Displays a preview of your printout before printing.
Black/Grayscale
Prints text and graphics in black or shades of gray.
Quiet Mode
Lessens noise during printing but may decrease print speed.
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Parent topic: Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Color Management Options - Windows
You can adjust the Color Management settings on the Advanced tab to fine-tune the colors in your
printout, or turn off color management in your printer software.
Color Controls
Lets you select a Color Mode setting, individual settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and
Density, and individual color tones. Depending on the selected color mode, you can also adjust the
midtone density using the Gamma setting.
Fix Photo
Improves the color, contrast, and sharpness of flawed photos.
Note: Fix Photo uses a sophisticated face recognition technology to optimize photos that include
faces. For this to work, both eyes and the nose must be visible in the subject's face. If your photo
includes a face with an intentional color cast, such as a statue, you may want to turn off Fix Photo to
retain the special color effects.
ICM
Lets you turn off color management in your printer software using the Off (No Color Adjustment)
option. You can then manage color using only your application software.
Parent topic: Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
You can select a variety of sizing and layout options for your document or photo on the Page Layout tab.
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• To change the size of your printed document or photo, select the Reduce/Enlarge Document
checkbox and select sizing options.
• To print on both sides of your paper, select the 2-sided printing options.
• To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, or print one image on multiple sheets of paper, select
the Multi-Page checkbox and select the options you want.
• To print multiple copies and arrange their print order, select the Copies options.
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• To control printing at the edges of borderless images, select a Borderless option:
Note: To make changes to the Borderless settings, you must have selected the Borderless option
on the Advanced tab.
• To adjust the automatic settings, select Auto Expand as the Enlargement Method setting, then
adjust the Expansion slider (if necessary) to control the amount of image expansion.
Note: If you select the Min option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your
printed photo.
• To print the borderless image at its actual size without scaling, select Retain Size as the
Enlargement Method setting.
• To add a watermark to your printout, select Watermark settings.
• To rotate or flip the printed image, select the Rotate 180° or Mirror Image checkboxes.
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related tasks
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
Selecting a Printing Preset - Windows
For quick access to common groups of print settings, you can select a printing preset.
Note: You can create your own preset by clicking the Save Settings button on the Advanced tab.
1.Click the Shortcuts tab.
You see the available Printing Presets options:
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2.Place your cursor over a Printing Presets option to view its list of settings.
3.Use any of the available options on the screen to control your printing presets.
4.To choose an option for printing, select it.
5.Click OK.
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting one of the 2-sided printing options on the Main or
Page Layout tab. (Some options are not available on the Main tab.)
Automatic double-sided printing is only available if you have loaded plain paper in these sizes: Letter
(8.5 × 11 inches [216 × 279 mm]) and A4 (8.3 × 11.7 inches [210 × 297 mm]).
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Note: Some options may be unavailable, depending on other settings you have chosen.
1.Click the Page Layout tab.
2.Select one of the 2-sided printing options:
• Select the Auto checkbox to automatically print your double-sided print job.
• Select the Manual checkbox to print your double-sided print job manually by printing one side and
flipping the paper over to print the other side (recommended for paper types that do not support
automatic duplexing).
3.Select the Folded Booklet checkbox if you want to order the pages of your double-sided print to
create a single-fold booklet.
4.Click the Settings button.
You see this window:
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5.Select the binding options you want to use.
6.Click OK to return to the Page Layout tab.
7.Click the Adjust Print Density button.
You see this window:
8.Select the type of document you are printing as the Document Type setting. The software
automatically sets the Adjustments options for that document type.
9.If you selected the Manual document type, select the Adjustments options you want to use.
10. Click OK to return to the Page Layout tab.
11. Print a test copy of your double-sided document to test the selected settings.
12. Follow any instructions displayed on the screen during printing.
Double-sided Printing Options - Windows
Print Density Adjustments - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related tasks
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
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Double-sided Printing Options - Windows
You can select any of the double-sided options to set up your double-sided print job.
Binding Edge Options
Select a setting that orients double-sided print binding in the desired direction.
Binding Margin Options
Select options that define a wider margin to allow for binding.
Booklet Option
Select a binding option to use when creating a folded booklet.
Parent topic: Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
Print Density Adjustments - Windows
You can select any of the available options on the Print Density Adjustment window to adjust the print
quality of your double-sided print job.
Print Density
Sets the level of ink coverage for double-sided printing.
Increased Ink Drying Time
Sets the amount of time required for drying ink after printing on one side of the paper before printing
the other side in double-sided printing to prevent ink smearing.
Parent topic: Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Windows
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Once you have selected your print settings, you are ready to save your settings and print.
1.Click OK to save your settings.
You see your application's Print window, such as this one:
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2.Click OK or Print to start printing.
Checking Print Status - Windows
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related tasks
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Advanced Print Settings - Windows
Selecting Print Layout Options - Windows
Checking Print Status - Windows
During printing, you see this window showing the progress of your print job. It allows you to control
printing and check ink cartridge status.
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• To cancel printing, click Cancel.
• To see print jobs lined up for printing, click Print Queue.
• To check ink status, click Check Ink Levels.
Parent topic: Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows
When you change your print settings in a program, the changes apply only while you are printing in that
program session. If you want to change the print settings you use in all your Windows programs, you can
select new default print settings.
1.Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2.Select Printer Settings.
You see the printer settings window:
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3.Select the print settings you want to use as defaults in all your Windows programs.
4.Click OK.
These settings are now the defaults selected for printing. You can still change them as needed for
printing in any program session.
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Changing the Language of the Printer Software Screens
You can change the language used on the Windows printer software screens.
1.Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
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2.Select Printer Settings.
You see the printer settings window.
3.Click the Maintenance tab.
You see the maintenance options:
4.Select the language you want to use as the Language setting.
5.Click OK to close the printer software window.
The printer software screens appear in the language you selected the next time you access them.
Parent topic: Selecting Default Print Settings - Windows
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Changing Automatic Update Options
Your printer software for Windows automatically checks for updates to the product software. You can
change how often the software checks for updates or disable this feature.
1.Right-click the product icon in the Windows taskbar.
2.Select Software Update Settings.
You see this window:
3.Do one of the following:
• To change how often the software checks for updates, select a setting in the Check every menu.
• To disable the automatic update feature, select the Never option.
4.Click OK to exit.
Note: If you choose to disable the automatic update feature, you can check for updates manually.
Parent topic: Printing with Windows
Related tasks
Checking for Software Updates
Printing with Mac OS X
You can print with your product using any Mac OS X printing program, as described in these sections.
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Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X
Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X
Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X
Managing Color - Mac OS X
Selecting Printing Preferences - Mac OS X
Printing Your Document or Photo - Mac OS X
Parent topic: Printing From a Computer
Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X
Select the basic settings for the document or photo you want to print.
1.Open a photo or document for printing.
2.Select the print command in your application.
Note: You may need to select a print icon on your screen, the Print option in the File menu, or
another command. See your application's help utility for details.
3.Select your product as the Printer setting.
4.If necessary, click the arrow next to the Printer setting or the Show Details button to expand the
print window.
You see the expanded printer settings window for your product:
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Note: The print window may look different, depending on the version of Mac OS X and the
application you are using.
5.Select the Copies and Pages settings as necessary.
Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before
printing.
6.Select the page setup options: Paper Size and Orientation.
Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before
printing. They may be accessible by selecting Page Setup from the File menu.
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7.Select any application-specific settings that appear on the screen, such as those shown in the image
above for the Preview application.
8.Select Print Settings from the pop-up menu.
You see these settings:
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9.Select the Paper Source you wish to print from.
10. Select the type of paper you loaded as the Media Type setting.
Note: The setting may not exactly match the name of your paper. Check the paper type settings list
for details.
11. Select the Print Quality setting you want to use.
12. Select any of the available print options.
Paper Source Options - Mac OS X
Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X
Print Options - Mac OS X
Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X
Related references
Paper or Media Type Settings
Related tasks
Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X
Printing Your Document or Photo - Windows
Paper Source Options - Mac OS X
You can select any of the available options in the Paper Source menu to print from paper loaded in that
source.
Cassette 1
Selects the paper in cassette 1 as the paper source.
Cassette 2
Selects the paper in cassette 2 as the paper source.
Rear Paper Feed Slot
Selects the paper in the rear feed slot as the paper source.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X
Print Quality Settings - Mac OS X
You can select any of the print quality settings to fine-tune the quality of your print. Some settings may
be unavailable, depending on the paper type and border setting you have chosen.
Draft
For draft printing on photo paper.
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Fast Economy
For the fastest printing with draft quality.
Economy
For fast printing with reduced quality.
Normal
For everyday text and image printing.
Fine
For text and graphics with good quality and print speed.
Photo
For photos and graphics with good quality and print speed.
Photo RPM
For the best print quality, but the slowest print speed.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X
Print Options - Mac OS X
You can select any of the print options to customize your print. Some options may be unavailable,
depending on other settings you have chosen.
Expansion
If you selected a borderless paper size setting, this option adjusts the image expansion settings to
control printing at the edges of borderless prints.
Grayscale
Prints text and graphics in black or shades of gray.
Mirror Image
Lets you flip the printed image horizontally.
Note: If you select the Min option for the Expansion setting, you may see white borders on your printed
photo.
Parent topic: Selecting Basic Print Settings - Mac OS X
Selecting Page Setup Settings - Mac OS X
Depending on your application, you may be able to select the paper size and orientation settings from
the print window.
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Note: If you do not see these settings in the print window, check for them in your application before
printing. They may be accessible by selecting Page Setup from the File menu.
1.Select the size of the paper you loaded as the Paper Size setting. If you are printing a borderless
photo, select the Borderless checkbox or a paper size with a Borderless option. You can also
select a custom setting to create a custom paper size.
Note: You must select a compatible borderless paper type and size to print without borders. Check
the borderless paper compatibility list for details.
2.Select the orientation of your document or photo as shown in the print window.
Note: If you are printing an envelope, select theicon.
Note: You can reduce or enlarge the size of the printed image by selecting Paper Handling from the
pop-up menu and selecting a scaling option.
Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X
Related references
Borderless Paper Type Compatibility
Selecting Print Layout Options - Mac OS X
You can select a variety of layout options for your document or photo by selecting Layout from the popup menu on the print window.
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• To print multiple pages on one sheet of paper, select the number of pages in the Pages per Sheet
pop-up menu. To arrange the print order of the pages, select a Layout Direction setting.
• To print borders around each page on the sheet, select a line setting from the Border pop-up menu.
• To invert or flip the printed image, select the Reverse page orientation or Flip horizontally settings.
Parent topic: Printing with Mac OS X
Selecting Double-sided Printing Settings - Mac OS X
You can print on both sides of the paper by selecting Two-sided Printing Settings from the pop-up
menu on the print window.
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