How to Print Photos

Printing Photos

Printing photos requires the right settings for best results.

Choosing Paper

Photo Paper Types

• Glossy - Shiny finish, vibrant colours, shows fingerprints
• Matte - Non-shiny, less vibrant, no fingerprints
• Semi-gloss/Satin - Balance between glossy and matte

Paper Size

Common photo sizes:

• 4" x 6" - Standard photo size
• 5" x 7" - Larger format
• 8" x 10" - Portrait size
• A4 - Full page

Printing from Windows

Using Photos App

• Open the photo in the Photos app
• Click the three dots menu
• Click Print
• Select your printer
• Choose Paper size (match your paper)
• Set Paper type to Photo paper
• Choose Quality (Best or High)
• Click Print

Using Right-Click

• Right-click the photo file
• Select Print
• Follow the printing wizard

Printing from Mac

Using Preview

• Open the photo in Preview
• Press Command + P
• Select printer
• Choose paper size
• Click Print

Using Photos App

• Open Photos app
• Select the photo
• File > Print
• Choose layout and options
• Print

Important Settings

Paper Type

Critical: Set the paper type to match what you're using:

• Plain paper - for regular paper
• Photo paper - for glossy/matte photo paper

Wrong paper type = poor quality.

Quality

For photos, always use Best or High quality:

• Uses more ink
• Takes longer
• Much better results

Colour vs Black and White

• Choose Colour for colour photos
• Choose Greyscale for black and white prints

Loading Photo Paper

• Check which side is the printing side (often shinier)
• Load with printing side facing the right direction (check your printer)
• Adjust paper guides
• Don't load too many sheets at once

Troubleshooting

Colours don't look right?

• Check paper type setting
• Make sure you're using the correct paper side
• Consider calibrating your monitor

Prints are blurry?

• Use higher quality setting
• Make sure image isn't low resolution
• Check printer alignment

Prints smudging?

• Let prints dry before handling
• Use correct paper type
• Check ink levels

Need Help?

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