Can't get Word 2010 picture formatting to print correctly for 4.5 x 6

Hello,

I'm trying to print on a 4.5 x 6 inch postcard. I think I have it formatted ok in Word
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/1301/Ri0UXp.jpg

but when I go to print, it looks like this

http://imageshack.com/a/img921/9877/tWDidP.jpg

What am I doing wrong?

Thanks in advance

You didn't allow for the default printer border (non-printable area).

Looks to be about 0.25" per side so you need to reduce the image size by 0.5" width and length then center on the page.

Regards,
GEWB

GEWB said:

You didn't allow for the default printer border (non-printable area).

Looks to be about 0.25" per side so you need to reduce the image size by 0.5" width and length then center on the page.

Regards,
GEWB

Thank you, that allowed for the entire image to be shown. Now, is there a way to get that border flush with the edges of the paper?

Trinityxx said:

Thank you, that allowed for the entire image to be shown. Now, is there a way to get that border flush with the edges of the paper?

Not likely as it takes a borderless printer - I haven't seen one for years.

However, you may be able to use larger stock, add registration marks then use a paper cutter to trim as desired.

Another idea is to do 4x6 inch and have it printed as a picture. Those are borderless and can be had from places like Sam's, Walmart, etc for less than 20 cents each.

Regards,
GEWB

GEWB said:

Trinityxx said:

Thank you, that allowed for the entire image to be shown. Now, is there a way to get that border flush with the edges of the paper?

Not likely as it takes a borderless printer - I haven't seen one for years.

However, you may be able to use larger stock, add registration marks then use a paper cutter to trim as desired.

Another idea is to do 4x6 inch and have it printed as a picture. Those are borderless and can be had from places like Sam's, Walmart, etc for less than 20 cents each.

Regards,
GEWB

Thanks. It looks like I have the option for borderless printing, but it just doesn't give that paper size option . I think I will just buy some 4x6 inch cards and try it that way.