How can i set up a custom paper sizefor the PDF printer?

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How can i set up a custom paper sizefor the PDF printer?

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I want to be ablew to input my own custom dimensions for a pdf, specificly
for example 9.0" x 9.0"
or 3.375" x 2.125"
or even 1" x 2' how could i go about doing that? https://answers-afd.microsoft.com/static/images/image-not-found.jpgive looked this up before and all I see are default print options for physical printers

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Hi, Ryan Earl

Welcome to the Microsoft Community.

Thank you for reaching out to us with your question about setting up a custom paper size for the PDF printer.

To set up a custom paper size for the PDF printer, you can follow these steps:

Open the Printer Properties:
- Go to "Control Panel" > "Devices and Printers."
- Right-click on the PDF printer and select "Printing preferences" or "Printer properties."
Access Paper/Quality Tab: Look for a tab named "Paper/Quality" or something similar.
Custom Paper Size:
- In the "Paper/Quality" tab, look for an option to set a custom paper size.
- Click on the "Custom" or "User Defined" option.
Enter Custom Dimensions:
- Enter your desired dimensions in the provided fields. For example, for a size of 9.0" x 9.0", enter 9.0 inches for width and height.
- You can input dimensions such as 9.0" x 9.0", 3.375" x 2.125", or 1" x 2'.
Save Settings: Once you've entered the custom dimensions, save the settings.

After following these steps, you should be able to select your custom paper size when printing to the PDF printer.

If you need further assistance or encounter any issues, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Best Regards

Martin | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

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