Introduction
Printing double sided not only helps save paper but also reduces printing costs. If you own a Mac, enabling double-sided printing is a simple process. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to print double sided on your Mac.
Step 1: Open the Print Dialogue Box
To begin, open the document or file you want to print and click on the File menu in the top-left corner of your screen. From the drop-down menu, select Print. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Command + P to open the print dialogue box.
Step 2: Select the Printer
In the print dialogue box, find the Printer section. Click the Show Details button if it’s not already expanded. From the Printer drop-down menu, select your desired printer.
Step 3: Enable Double Sided Printing
After selecting the printer, locate the Presets dropdown menu and click on it. From the options presented, select Layout. Next, find the Two-Sided option and choose Long-Edge binding or Short-Edge binding, depending on your preference.
Step 4: Print
Once you have set the double sided printing option, you can proceed to print the document. You can adjust any other available settings, such as the number of copies or page range, before hitting the Print button.
Tips and Tricks
- If you frequently print double sided, you can save time by creating a custom preset. Select all the desired preferences, including the double sided printing option, then click on the Presets dropdown menu and choose Save Current Settings as Preset. Give your preset a name and save it for future use.
- If your printer does not support double sided printing, you can still manually print double sided by printing odd pages first, then flipping the printed pages and printing the even pages on the back.
- Always preview your document in the print dialogue box before printing to ensure everything appears as intended.
Conclusion
Printing double sided on your Mac is a convenient and eco-friendly option. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily enable double sided printing and reduce paper waste.