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How to fix unable to set Print Orientation in macOS Pages

By: Author Alex Lim

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Categories Troubleshooting

Discover solutions to resolve the inability to change print orientation while using Pages on your Mac. Learn step-by-step methods to rectify the issue and ensure hassle-free printing.

Problem

Encountering a problem where your Pages application in macOS refuses to change print orientation can be frustrating. This guide outlines various troubleshooting methods to address this issue effectively.

How to fix unable to set Print Orientation in macOS Pages

Solution 1: Via Page Setup

Some documents might not display the orientation option under the Print dialog box. Instead, access it via the Page Setup menu.

  1. Open the desired document.pages file and navigate to File > Page Setup.
  2. Locate the orientation option, choose your desired setting, and confirm by clicking OK. Choose desired setting for orientation option then click on the OK button.
  3. Proceed to File > Print and initiate the printing process.

Solution 2: Print via Preview

Convert the file to PDF and use the Preview app for printing.

  1. Open the document.pages file and go to File > Export > PDF. Go to File > Export > PDF.
  2. Open the PDF in the Preview app.
  3. Navigate to File > Print and configure the orientation settings before printing.

Solution 3: Manually Install Printers PPD

Corruption in the printer’s PPD (PostScript Printer Description) might trigger the issue. Manually installing correct drivers could resolve it.

  1. Download the PPD from the manufacturer’s website.
  2. Place it in the appropriate folder within the /Library directory.
  3. Remove the printer and reinstall it, manually selecting the correct PPD.

Uninstall/Remove Printer from Mac

To ensure a clean reinstall and troubleshoot printer-related issues:

  1. Power off your printers and navigate to System Settings > Printers and Scanners.
  2. Select your printer and use the minus sign to remove it.
  3. Confirm deletion in the dialog box.
  4. In Finder, navigate to Library > Printers. Delete the folder named after your printer.
  5. Then, go to Library > Printers > PPD > Contents > Resources and delete the relevant file.
  6. Proceed to Library > Cache and delete the printer-specific folder.
  7. Restart your Mac, power on the printer, and proceed with driver installation.

These methods should help resolve the inability to change print orientation while using Pages on your Mac. For further assistance or queries regarding these steps, feel free to leave a comment below. We are here to provide timely solutions.

Remember, ensuring proper printer settings and driver installations can significantly impact print orientation functionality in Pages on macOS.