> > Using GIMP 2.6, running on Ubuntu Linux, v9.10. The printer is an HP > > Photosmart C5180 on my home network. I have the hplip printing package > > installed. I've chosen Custom Sizes from the page setup options, choosing > > the C5180. > > > > The HPLIP is the latest version available. > > I've never been able to print custom sizes with my HP printer and > HPLIP. Not with Gimp or anything else. Anything other than the > printer's built-in formats results in either cups disabling the > printer, or a messed-up output. My printer is not a photo printer, > it's a business-class network laser printer, so I can't even print > pictures because there are no built-in picture sizes available for me > to choose from. This is despite the fact that my printer has a > built-in card reader and a dedicated picture-printing function. I > can't even select custom sizes on the printer itself, disregarding > HPLIP altogether. I've been contemplating buying a picture printer > specifically for making prints of my pictures without having to drive > to the store all the time.
Just a suggestion, have you tried using TurboPrint, a free trial is available? It may work and is much cheaper than a new printer. Norman _______________________________________________ Gimp-user mailing list Gimp-user@lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU https://lists.XCF.Berkeley.EDU/mailman/listinfo/gimp-user
