How to Print Double-Sided (Duplex)

Printing Double-Sided

Double-sided (duplex) printing saves paper and is better for the environment.

Check If Your Printer Supports Duplex

Not all printers can print double-sided automatically. Check with IT if you're unsure.

Automatic Duplex Printing

Windows

• Open your document
• Press Ctrl + P
• Click More settings or Printer Properties
• Look for Print on Both Sides or Duplex
• Choose your option:

- Flip on long edge - Standard for portrait documents - Flip on short edge - For documents read like a notepad

• Click Print

Mac

• Press Command + P
• Click Show Details if needed
• Find Two-Sided option
• Choose your flip direction
• Click Print

Manual Duplex (No Automatic Duplex)

If your printer doesn't have automatic duplex:

Step 1: Print Odd Pages

• Open Print dialog
• In Pages, select Odd pages only
• Print

Step 2: Reload Paper

• Take the printed pages
• Put them back in the tray (check orientation)
• The blank side should face the right way to print on

Step 3: Print Even Pages

• Open Print dialog again
• Select Even pages only
• Check Reverse if pages print in wrong order
• Print

Choosing Flip Direction

Flip on Long Edge (Standard)

• Use for normal documents
• Pages flip like a book
• Best for portrait orientation

Flip on Short Edge

• Use for landscape documents
• Pages flip like a notepad
• Best for calendars or presentations

Setting Double-Sided as Default

Save time by making duplex your default:

Windows

• Go to Settings > Printers & scanners
• Click your printer > Printing preferences
• Set Duplex or Two-sided as default
• Click OK

Mac

• Go to System Preferences > Printers & Scanners
• Select your printer
• Click Options & Supplies > Options
• Set duplex default if available

Troubleshooting

Pages printing upside down?

• Change flip direction setting

Only one side printing?

• Check duplex is enabled
• Verify printer supports duplex

Need Help?

For printing help, contact helpdesk@netlumait.com.au or call 1300 521 162.