The custom size defined must be within the maximum and minimum size ranges for the printer
paper tray you are using. For details, see the custom size paper ranges given for each tray in

Usable Paper

on page 52.

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You can create custom paper sizes for use with both the PostScript and PCL printer drivers, but
the method for each is different. For optimum success, follow the instructions carefully.

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If you get an error message when attempting to create a custom size, you may not have
permission to save custom paper sizes on your computer system. See your system administrator
for help.

Defining the Custom Page Size in the PostScript Driver

Note:

This method does not allow you to save the custom size under a unique name in the printer

driver. You can save only one custom page size at a time under the Paper Size Custom Page Size.
Once saved, the dimensions will be retained until you change them. If you want to create a custom
paper size for the PostScript driver and save it under a unique name for repeat use, see

Creating a

Custom Paper Size for the PostScript Driver

on page 85.

1. Open the PostScript printer driver’s settings:

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In Windows, navigate to your printer directory or list and then right-click the Phaser 6140
PostScript driver and select Properties. In the Properties dialog box, click the Printing
Preferences button.

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In Macintosh, from the application’s Print menu, select the Phaser 6140 printer and then click
the Properties button.

2. In the Paper/Output tab of the printer driver, from the Paper Size list, select Custom Page Size.
3. In the PostScript Custom Size Settings dialog box, select the units of measurement to use for

creating the page size, and then, in the Custom Size Settings section, specify the size for the short
edge (width) and the long edge (length) of the paper. Click OK.

4. In the Printing Preferences dialog box, click OK.