So I have a way to get around the Borderless conundrum when I want a Borderless look. My HP Deskjet 5150 printer has a “Minimize Margins” option (in addition to Borderless) which leaves a 1/8-inch margin on each side. After printing, I trim off the excess and preserve 100% of my design. The card may be a little loose in a stock size envelope, but not enough that customers comment.
It’s a Catch-22. With Borderless, I would lose 6/16ths inch of my design around the edges. With my method, the card is 4/16ths inch smaller but contains all of my design. Your choice.
* If you print Borderless most of the time, your printer will need extra maintenance. Eventually the overspray “sponge” or tank will be filled with ink and will require emptying or replacement.
P.S. Just a general printer maintenance tip: make sure you have the latest drivers for your printer. I needed to update my HP drivers to do the example here. The incremental edge added in the latest driver update may be just what you need to get results that you are happy with.
Just Google “_____ _____ drivers” with your brand and model number in the blank spaces.
Regards,
Eileen
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Eileen,
Thank you for the in depth information. I was hoping you knew some magical mechanical override.
I have been doing it the cut it off way. Or in some cases I design with the white in mind.
Thank you again. I do appreciate your time and in depth reply.
I found your site very informative and helpful.
Kanna
The cool background papers, scotch tape embellishment and worn seal brush in this layout were designed by Scrap Girls graphic artists Shalae Tippetts, Syndee Nuckles, Mandy Steward and Brandie Valenzuela. The LO was created in Photoshop CS3.Tags: borderless printing, how-to print to edge, how-to fake bordeless printing, pros and cons of borderless printing, borderless print options, HP 5150 prints to edge, printer maintenance, printer registration
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