Publisher changes the default paper size before I print

[Rod]

I go to page setup and change to 5 x 7 (as I am makeing a postcard of that
size). I create the document. Then I go to print. I make sure the paper size
under page set-up and on my printer is "index card 5 x 8" I hit print. The
printer or program has changed the papersize to 8.5 x 11 and my pre-cut
postcards are ruined. What is the issue here? Does anyone know?

 

[Mary Sauer]

What are the dimensions of your pre-cut card? If there are two cards per page, use
the postcard half page setting. If you are setting up your printer for 5 x 8 then the
printer is expecting stock that is 5 x 8. If there are two cards per sheet, you need
to setup your page for the dimensions of one card, you will have one card on your
screen but two will print.
I suggest you use plain paper for experimenting.

 

[Rod]

Thanks, but the pre-cut card is actually an 5" x 8" postcard. 1 per sheet.
When I set everything up and even use print-preview it shows me one card per
sheet. but when I hit print. The printer defaults to 8 1/2 x 11 and the 1
card prints incorrectly. I actually went in to the printer settings and
changed the default paper to the 5x8. But something is still amiss. Publisher
keeps trying to do what I want. Everytime I save the file I have to go
through the whole process again.

 

[Mary Sauer]

Do you have a custom setting in your printer? Most printers you can create a custom
page, give it a name and save. In Publisher's page setup, the paper size will reflect
this custom setting.
What version Publisher? What printer are you using?