How To Change Printer Settings On Iphone

Printing from your iPhone is fun and easy, but it's not always obvious how to change printer settings when printing via AirPrint. Whether you need to know how to change paper size when printing photo from an iPhone or you're looking to change other printer settings, we'll help you learn how to make the necessary changes to ensure proper printing. We'll also discuss third-party printing apps that may make your life easier! Here's how to change printer settings on your iPhone.

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What's in This Article:

How Do I Change Print Size on the iPhone in AirPrint?
How to Change Photo Size to Print from Your iPhone
Printing Apps for Your iPhone

How to Change Print Size on the iPhone

AirPrint on iPhone is an option that allows a user to send photos or files from their iPhone directly to a printer that has AirPrint capabilities. AirPrint gives the user a few options when it comes to printing. It should be noted, however, that these are basic options and that they'll depend on the printer you are using.

How Do I Change Print Size on the iPhone in AirPrint?

AirPrint may allow a user to change print settings from their iPhone. This will depend on the printer and its available printing options. To change printer options on iPhone:

Select the file or photo you wish to print and select the Share iconat the bottom of the screen.
Scroll down and selectPrint.
Select Optionsto reveal available printing options. In this case the printer allows us to change paper size and color, but your printer may allow more or fewer options.
Once you've changed the printer settings, tap Print in the upper-right corner.

How to Change Photo Size to Print from Your iPhone

Sometimes adjusting the print size on your iPhone still doesn't give you the paper size you want when printing photos. To adjust the print size for a photo when printing from your iPhone, you may need to crop the photo in the Photos app first.

Open the Photos app and select the photo you wish to crop.
TapEdit.
Select the Crop icon.
Now select the Frame icon at the top of the screen.
You can now select from landscape or portrait modes, and various preset cropping ratios.
Tap Done in the lower-right corner when you're finished cropping.

Common cropping ratios for printing a photo using your iPhone are 8:10, 2:3, and 5:7. You can select the option that looks best for the photo you are printing.

Printing Apps for Your iPhone

The printing options available on the iPhone Photos app and through AirPrint are somewhat limited. To access more in-depth settings including changing the print size on the iPhone, you will need to download an app from Apple App Store. In this section we look at some of our favorite printing apps.

Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY (Free)

This app is perfect for those who own a Canon printer. The Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app is packed with basic features, but also includes more unique features such as a scanner and photo templates. As an added bonus, it's free!

Use your iPhone as a scanner and send scans directly to be printed
Create photo items such as calendars with the apps templates
Adjust, pages size, magnification and print quality in app
Ideal for Canon printers, but may not be compatible with other printers

HP Smart (Free)

The HP Smart app allows you to print, scan, and share files using your HP printer.

Easy pairing and setup
Connect to the HP store to print or order unique items and prints
Includes a scanner
Allows you to edit photos and store on the cloud
Print from anywhere and set up printing tasks
Includes a huge variety of features that may be overwhelming for someone seeking a simple print app
May not be compatible with non-HP printers

Tap & Print (Free)

The Tap & Print app is designed to be easy to use with a large variety of printers.

Includes a scanner
Easy to navigate
Includes a large variety of printing options such as size and border settings
Over 1,200 printers supported
This app is not printer specific, so certain functionalities may be limited because the app doesn't include features for each and every printer

Epson Print (Free)

This app is free and has solid ratings. The Epson Print app shines due to its ease of use and navigation. The app's simple layout makes printing easy and fast.

Adjust print sizes and settings within the app
Scan documents with the built-in scanner
Sync files with cloud storage

Photo Prints Now: CVS Photo

This printing app allows you to send a photo or document to your nearest CVS Pharmacy to be printed. The Photo Prints Now app is free and easy to use, and is a great option for those without a printer at home. You can print on Kodak Moments paper, which ensures that your photos look incredible and consistent.

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