Mac OS: How to setup a Printer Preset

Overview

Mac OS allows the creation & usage of printer presets, this allows you to quickly create printer-specific preferences such as paper handling, layout options, finishing options such as stapling, duplex (two-sided) printing, etc. By creating a printer preset you can select all of your preferred options (1) time and access those preferences anytime.

Details / Instructions

  1. Open any application that allows you to print (Microsoft Word for example).
  2. Open the Print Dialog Box (generally File -> Print or Command +P). 
  3. Choose the printer you would like to make a preset for.
  4. Adjust settings as desired under all available categories (e.g. Layout, Duplex, Paper Handling, Finishing, Color, Printer Options, etc).
    • Note: Available options will vary among printers. 

  5. At the top of the Print window, Click on "Default Settings" next to "Presets" and choose "Save Current Settings as Preset".

     

  6. Choose a Preset Name and click "OK".  

  7. To select the preset change the field "Presets" from "Default Settings" to the name of your desired preset. 

If you would like to create multiple preset options follow Steps 2-6 to create additional ones. 

 Contact Help Desk with any questions or for assistance creating presets at 804-287-6400, email helpdesk@richmond.edu or self-service at https://spidertechnet.richmond.edu

See Also

Install Printers on Mac OS (Faculty/Staff). 

Install & Print to Public Printers on Mac OS. 

How to Add a User Code for Ricoh Printers. 

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