How to Print on Both Sides of Paper with Microsoft Word

Do you want to print your Word document on both sides of the paper, also called duplex printing? If yes, then you are in the right place. In this article, Bardimin will show you an easy way to duplex print with Microsoft Word, either manually or automatically. You will also learn some tips and tricks to save paper and ink when printing your Word document.

What is Duplex Printing?

Duplex printing is the process of printing on both sides of the paper simultaneously. It can help you save paper, ink, and printing costs. Duplex printing can also make your documents look more professional and neat.

There are two types of duplex printing: manual and automatic. Manual duplex printing means that you have to manually flip the paper after printing one side, and then insert it back into the printer to print the other side. Automatic duplex printing means your printer can flip paper automatically with no intervention.

How to Print on Both Sides of Paper with Microsoft Word?

To print on both sides of the paper with Microsoft Word, you need to set your printing settings first. The following are the steps:

1. Open the Word document you want to print on both sides of the paper.
2. Click the File tab in the top-left corner, and select Print. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+P to open the Print window.
3. Under Printer, select the printer you’re using. Make sure your printer supports duplex printing, either manually or automatically. You can check this by looking at your printer’s icon, or by opening your printer’s user manual.
4. Under Settings, click Print One Sided, and choose one of the following options:
   • Print on Both Sides. This means that you will perform automatic duplex printing if your printer supports it. Your printer will turn the paper automatically and print on both sides.
   • Manually Print on Both Sides. This means you will do manual duplex printing if your printer does not support automatic duplex printing. You must manually flip the paper after printing one side and then insert it back into the printer to print the other side. Word will give you instructions on how to do this.
5. If you select Print on Both Sides, you can also choose whether you want to print on both sides of the paper vertically or horizontally. Vertical means that you will be flipping the paper from top to bottom, like opening a book. Horizontal means you’ll be flipping the paper from left to right, like opening a calendar. Select the option that matches the orientation of your document.
6. If you want to change other settings, such as margins, paper size, or number of copies, you can do so under Settings as well.
7. Once you’ve finished setting up your printing settings, click Print to print your document on both sides of the paper.

Tips and Tricks for Duplex Printing with Microsoft Word

The following are some tips and tricks that can help you do duplex printing with Microsoft Word more easily and efficiently:

• If you want to print multiple documents on both sides of the paper, you can merge them into one Word file first, and then print them at once. You can use Insert feature > Object > Text from File to merge Word documents.
• If you want to print a Word document that has odd pages, you can add a blank page at the end of your document, so that the number of pages becomes even. This will prevent your printer from printing a blank page on the other side of the paper. You can use the Insert feature > Blank Page to add a blank page.
• If you want to print a Word document that has different pages, such as title pages, table of contents, or attachments, you can use the Section Breaks feature to split the pages. This will allow you to set different printing settings for each section, such as orientation, margins, or page numbers. You can use the Layout feature > Breaks > Next Page to add a section break.
• If you want to print a Word document that has images, graphics, or tables, you can use the Compress Pictures feature to reduce the file size of your document. This will help you save ink and printing time. You can use the File feature > Compress Pictures to compress images.

Conclusion

Duplex printing is a great way to print your Word documents on both sides of the paper, so you can save paper, ink, and printing costs. You can duplex print with Microsoft Word easily, either manually or automatically, by adjusting your printing settings. You can also use some tips and tricks to make your duplex printing easier and more efficient.