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Select and print your photos |
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First, select the photos you want to print in the library. Click on the "Print" icon
and the print menu will appear.
You can select from the following types of photo print sizes:
- Simple print: Offers the most common photo sizes.
- Photo template: Offers a variety of photo sizes in a collage format.
Note: The available sizes may vary by country/region. Depending on the print size
and paper size you select, HP Photosmart Essential may print more than one photo per sheet of paper.
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You also have a number of layout options depending on the size of your photos and the
paper size on which you are printing. Make sure the printer you want is showing in the dialog box. Also, select the
desirable paper size.
Note: Your photo will also appear at the bottom of the page as a thumbnail. Even at this stage, you can add other
photos in case you want to print a photo collage.
You can also change various printer options depending on your printer. For a professional look at home, print on
photo paper. Additionally, check your printer documentation to find out if your device supports borderless printing.
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A preview of your print is shown on screen. Here, you can make sure the photo will appear on the page exactly the way you want.
Additionally, you can click the "Printer Settings" button to check out other options.
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Getting perfect prints with older printers |
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With the HP Photosmart Essential software you don't need to upgrade your printer. Now
even low-cost inkjets can make beautiful, professional-quality prints.
The HP Photosmart Essential software is designed to create the best photos possible, even with your older printer.
Our Auto-Fix technology automatically adjusts brightness and contrast while the
Color & Light controls adjust the lighting.
HP Photosmart Essential helps you transform those so-so photos into memories worth framing.
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Maintain the quality of photo paper |
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The paper you choose has a significant effect on the quality of your printout. For the best results,
follow these suggestions to maintain the quality of your photo paper.
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Storing and handling photo paper |
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- Store the photo paper in its original packaging or in a resealable plastic bag.
- Store the packaged photo paper on a flat, cool and dry surface.
- Return unused photo paper to the plastic bag. Paper left in the printer or exposed to the elements might curl.
- Always hold photo paper by the edges to avoid fingerprints.
- If the photo paper has curled edges, place it in its plastic storage bag
and gently bend it in the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies flat.
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