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A very common problem involves missing borders (clipping). This occurs because the poster may extend over the printable area.

  • Click File->Print
  • Select Poster Printer in the pull down box.
  • Select Properties.
  • Ensure that the Page Orientation is Landscape and that the Rotate by 90 degrees box is checked.
  • Select Scale to Fit.
  • In the Zoom Smart Options Select Fit the Document to this paper.
  • Pull down the box beside and select the last option Edit Paper List.
  • In the Custom Paper size type in the dimensions of the paper ie (63 X 36, 66 X 36, or 70 X36).
  • Click OK. Ensure the box now shows Custom 1: 66X36 (or whatever size you entered).
  • Click OK.
  • Click OK.
  • Your poster should start spooling.
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