Did you know that your HP printer can double as a label-making machine? In this article, we’ll give you step-by-step instructions for creating your own labels, resources for finding a variety of label designs and templates, and ideas for using labels to add personal flair to so much that you do.
Label paper Available at any office supply store. Don’t forget to check the labels to confirm compatibility with your printer type.
Steps for printing labels
Hold labels in front of your test print to make sure they line up.
Choose your design Download a label design from the HP Activity Center or create your own using Microsoft Word. In Word, go to File > Project Gallery > Labels to make a customized template. The program will even tell you the specific label sizes to buy.
Test print Do a test printout on regular paper.
View test Hold the test printout up to the labels (near a light source) and make sure they align properly.
Make adjustments You may need to adjust the font size or margins and reprint until the test printout is aligned with your labels.
Load labels Load label paper into the printer. (See your printer’s manual for loading instructions. If you don’t have your printer manual, you may be able to download a manual from HP Support. )
Print Let the printed labels dry completely before affixing them.
Inkjet or laser? Many labels are specifically for a laser printer or an inkjet printer. Confirm that your labels are compatible with your printer type before you begin.
Load labels flat Bent or wrinkled labels may cause a paper jam.
Make your label readable For easier reading, use thinner fonts, avoid bold and curly-cues, and set the size to at least 8 pt.
Vintage handcrafted product labels make food look as good as it tastes.
These luggage tags make your bags a cinch to spot.
Good looking cooking Add extra appeal to your kitchen creations with Vintage handcrafted product labels. Your homemade jams, tomato sauces and flavored oils will be more special when enhanced with your own personal touch.
Travel in style With Jet setter luggage tags, your suitcases will stand out from the rest. Clearly labeling bags makes them more secure, too.
Add zip to the mail - Personal Why not add a little colour to your envelopes and packages with Stripes labels? - Work Business doesn’t have to mean bland with Professional label templates – so many designs to choose from!
More ideas
Recycling One container for paper, another for glass. Make labels to keep them all straight.
Storage Find what you need faster by creating inventory labels for the outside of your storage boxes.
Yard sale Price your items to sell.
Party Label gifts and party favors. Plus print out names for your place cards.
Get more know-how Now that you’re inspired, visit Create and print to learn more about printing on specialty media such as iron-on transfers and greeting card paper.
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