How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
You can display the printer driver setup window from the application software in use or from the printer icon.
Open the Printer Driver Setup Window through the Application Software
Follow the procedure below to configure printing profile when printing.
Select the command that you perform printing on the application software
In general, select Print on the File menu to open the Print dialog box.
Select your model name and click Preferences (or Properties)
The printer driver setup window appears.
Note
- Depending on application software you use, command names or menu names may vary and there may be more steps. For details, refer to the user's manual of your application software.
Opening the Printer Driver Setup Window from the Printer Icon
Follow the procedure below to perform printer maintenance operations such as print head cleaning, or to configure a printing profile that is common to all application software.
Select as described below:
- If you are using Windows 10, Windows 8.1, or Windows 8, select Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Devices and Printers.
- If you are using Windows 7, select the Start menu -> Devices and Printers.
- If you are using Windows Vista, select the Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Printers.
- If you are using Windows XP, select the Control Panel -> Printers and Other Hardware -> Printers and Faxes.
Right-click your model name icon, and then select Printing preferences from the displayed menu
The printer driver setup window appears.
Important
- Opening the printer driver setup window through Printer properties (Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7) or Properties (Windows Vista, Windows XP) displays such tabs regarding the Windows functions as the Ports (or Advanced) tab. Those tabs do not appear when opening through Printing preferences or application software. For tabs regarding Windows functions, refer to the user's manual for the Windows.