How do I fix a printer paper size error?
Fix a printer paper size error by matching the document, driver and loaded sheet. Follow Windows and macOS checks before resending your print job.
Printer paper-size troubleshooting
Choose the problem you see. Each guide checks the document, driver and loaded sheet before moving on to model-specific issues.
Written by Hafiz, with around ten years in technical support specialising in printer troubleshooting.
Why does my printer show a paper mismatch error?
Clear a paper mismatch error by checking tray registration, driver size and paper source. Use Windows or macOS steps without disabling useful safeguards.
Why are the edges cut off when printing?
Fix cropped print edges by checking printable margins, page size and borderless expansion. Follow Windows and macOS steps for documents and photos.
Why is my printer not printing the full page?
Find why a printer misses part of a page. Check page range, print area, scaling and Legal versus Letter settings with Windows and macOS instructions.
Why does my printer say the wrong paper size is loaded?
Check a wrong paper size warning when the tray looks correct. Identify ISO versus JIS B5, custom sizes and saved presets on Windows and macOS.