Are you looking to print photos in the 2×3 inch size, perhaps from scanned images, but find photo editing software like Photoshop too complex? You’re in luck! Microsoft Word offers a simple and effective way to print photos in various sizes, including the specific 2×3 dimension, right from your home computer.
Printing Photos in Microsoft Word: A Step-by-Step Guide
While dedicated photo editing applications offer advanced features, Microsoft Word provides a user-friendly alternative for basic photo printing tasks. This guide will walk you through the straightforward process of printing your photos in the desired 2×3 size using Microsoft Word.
To begin printing your photos in Microsoft Word, the first step is to open Microsoft Word and insert the photo you wish to print. There are two easy methods to do this:
Method 1: Copy and Paste
Locate the photo file on your computer. Click on the photo, then press Ctrl+C to copy it. Navigate to your open Microsoft Word document and press Ctrl+V to paste the photo directly into the document.
Method 2: Insert from the Ribbon Menu
In Microsoft Word, click on the Insert tab located at the top of the window. Within the Insert ribbon, find and click on the Picture button. A file explorer window will appear, allowing you to browse your computer for the photo you want to print. Once you’ve found the photo, select it and click Insert at the bottom of the window. The photo will then appear in your Word document.
Once your photo is inserted into Microsoft Word, the next crucial step is to resize it to the 2×3 inch dimensions. To do this, right-click on the photo within your Word document. From the context menu that appears, select Size and Position.
This action will open the Layout window. Look for the Size tab within this window. Here, you will see fields for Height and Width. Before adjusting these, uncheck the boxes next to Lock aspect ratio and Relative to original picture size. Unchecking these options allows you to freely adjust the height and width independently to achieve the exact 2×3 size without distortion.
Now you can manually enter the desired dimensions. For a standard 2×3 inch photo, refer to the size chart below for precise measurements in centimeters, which Word also understands. Input the correct height and width according to the 2×3 size.
Standard Photo Size Dimensions Table:
| Size Category | Common Use | Dimensions (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 2×3 | ID Photos | 2 x 2.7 cm |
| 3×4 | Passport Photos | 2.8 x 3.8 cm |
| 4×6 | Standard Prints | 3.8 x 5.6 cm |
| 2R | Wallet Size | 5.6 x 8.9 cm |
| 3R | Small Prints | 8.9 x 12.7 cm |
| 4R | Standard Print Size | 10.2 x 15.2 cm |
| 5R | Medium Prints | 12.7 x 17.8 cm |
| 6R | Larger Prints | 15.2 x 20.3 cm |
| 8R | Large Prints | 20.3 x 25.4 cm |
| 8R Jbo | Extra Large Prints | 20.3 x 30.5 cm |
| 11R | Poster Size | 28 x 35 cm |
| 12R | Poster Size | 30 x 40 cm |
| 12R Jbo | Large Poster Size | 30 x 45 cm |
| 16R | Extra Large Poster | 40 x 50 cm |
| 20R | Very Large Poster | 50 x 60 cm |
| 22R | Banner Size | 60 x 90 cm |
| 24R | Banner Size | 60 x 90 cm |
| 30R | Extra Banner Size | 75 x 100 cm |
| A4 | Standard Document | 21 x 29.7 cm |
| A3 | Large Document | 29.7 x 42 cm |
| B5 | Small Poster | 17.6 x 25 cm |
| B4 | Medium Poster | 25 x 35,3 cm |
| B3 | Large Poster | 35,3 x 50 cm |
After you have entered the correct height and width for your 2×3 photo, click Close in the Layout window. The photo in your Word document will now be resized to your specified 2×3 dimensions.
If you need to print multiple 2×3 photos, you can easily duplicate the resized photo. Simply copy (Ctrl+C) and paste (Ctrl+V) the photo as many times as needed within your Word document. Arrange the photos as desired on the page, ensuring they fit within your printer’s paper size and margins.
Finally, to print your 2×3 photos, proceed with the printing process as you normally would in Microsoft Word (File > Print). Ensure your printer is properly loaded with photo paper if desired, and adjust your printer settings for the best photo print quality.
Printing 2×3 photos from scans doesn’t require complicated software. Microsoft Word provides an accessible and efficient method to achieve perfectly sized prints right at home. Give it a try and easily print your photos in the exact dimensions you need!
