How to Print an Envelope on a Samsung Printer

Updated 8 November 2026 · Standard formula, shown below

Printing an envelope on a Samsung printer means setting the correct envelope size in both the document and printer settings, then loading it in the right direction. Before starting, check the printer’s paper guide or manual: supported envelope sizes and feed paths vary by model, and some compact printers cannot print envelopes.

What You’ll Need

A Samsung printer that supports the envelope size you plan to use.
A clean, dry envelope that fits within the printer’s supported paper dimensions. Avoid envelopes with clasps, windows, raised decorations, or thick seams unless the manual says they are supported.
A computer or device with the document or address you want to print, plus the printer’s driver or print settings.
The printer manual or its paper-loading diagram, if you are unsure which tray or orientation to use.

Step-by-Step

Check the printer’s envelope support. Find the model number on the printer label or in its settings, then consult its manual or specifications. Look for the supported envelope sizes and instructions for the tray or multipurpose feeder. Do not force an envelope into a tray that is not designed for it.
Prepare one envelope for a test. Use an envelope that is flat and undamaged. If it has a flap, seal or position it as intended for mailing; do not feed it with the flap loose if it could catch. Remove any other paper from the feed slot or tray if the printer’s instructions require envelope-only loading.
Create or open your address layout. In a word processor or mailing-label application, choose an envelope layout matching the envelope’s size. Add the recipient address and, if needed, the return address. Keep text away from the edges and from the flap; printers cannot print right to every edge, and printable margins differ by model.
Set the document’s envelope size. In the application’s page setup or envelope settings, select the actual envelope size, such as a standard commercial or DL size if supported. If the exact size is not listed, use a custom size only if the printer and application support it, and enter the envelope’s width and height accurately.
Open the printer’s print settings. Choose the Samsung printer, then open its Properties, Preferences, or the equivalent printer settings. The wording varies by operating system and driver. Look for Paper, Paper Size, Media Type, or similar settings.
Match the printer settings to the document. Set the paper size to the same envelope size selected in the document. Set the media or paper type to Envelope if that option is available. If a size or type is missing, check that the correct printer driver is installed and that the selected printer is the intended model.
Choose the correct feed source and orientation. Select the tray or manual feed option specified in the printer manual. Load the envelope in the direction shown by the printer’s tray diagram, with the correct side facing up or down and the flap positioned as indicated. The feed direction is not identical across Samsung models, so do not rely on a general orientation rule.
Adjust the paper guides. Slide the guides until they touch the envelope edges without bending or squeezing it. A loose fit can cause skewing; guides pressed too tightly can curl the envelope or interfere with feeding.
Print one test envelope. Confirm the preview shows the address in the intended position, then print a single copy. If the printer asks you to confirm the paper type or size, verify that the selected setting matches the loaded envelope before continuing.
Inspect the result before printing more. Check that the address is upright, positioned correctly, and legible, and that the envelope is not creased or smudged. If it is wrong, adjust the document layout or loading direction and test again rather than printing a whole batch.

Common Mistakes

Choosing different sizes in the document and driver: A mismatch can shrink, crop, rotate, or reject the print job. Check both places, not just the application’s preview.
Guessing the loading direction: Tray designs vary. Use the diagram on the printer or the model’s manual to confirm which side faces up and where the flap goes.
Using an unsupported or unsuitable envelope: Oversized, unusually thick, glossy, damaged, or clasped envelopes may jam or fail to feed. Follow the model’s media limits.
Loading too many envelopes: A small feed slot may be intended for one envelope at a time. Load only the amount the manual permits.
Skipping a test print: Printing a stack before checking placement can waste envelopes. Test one first, especially after changing orientation or layout.

Tips

Store envelopes flat and at room conditions before printing; moisture or curled edges can affect feeding.
Use a simple layout and leave a margin around the address. The printer’s nonprintable area may be larger than the application suggests.
If your printer supports a rear or multipurpose feed, use it for envelopes only when its instructions recommend that path.
Save a correctly configured envelope document as a template so you can reuse the layout, but confirm the printer and paper settings each time.
For an envelope with a window, verify that the window material and envelope construction are suitable for the printer before loading it.

Troubleshooting

The printer says the paper size is wrong: Compare the document size, driver size, and loaded envelope. Select the matching envelope setting in each place, then resend the job. If the correct size is unavailable, check the driver and model support before trying a custom size.
The envelope jams or will not feed: Cancel the job and follow the printer’s jam-removal instructions; do not pull hard against the feed mechanism. Check for bent corners, loose flaps, overfilled trays, and incorrectly adjusted guides. Try one flat envelope from the supported feed source.
The address prints on the wrong side or upside down: Change the envelope’s orientation according to the tray diagram, then print another test. Also check the application’s envelope feed or rotation setting, if present.
The print is skewed: Reposition the guides so they rest evenly against the envelope, make sure it is fully inserted as directed, and check that the envelope is not curled. Avoid loading it at an angle.
The address is clipped or misplaced: Move it farther from the edges, check the page orientation and envelope dimensions, and review the print preview. Printer margins vary, so a layout that works on one model may not work on another.
The print is smudged or faint: Confirm that Envelope is selected as the media type if the driver offers it, and use an envelope compatible with the printer’s printing technology. If the issue persists on ordinary paper too, check the printer’s general print-quality guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can every Samsung printer print envelopes?
No. Support depends on the model, envelope dimensions, and feed path. Check the manual before loading one.

Which side of the envelope faces up?
It depends on the printer and tray. Follow the loading diagram on the printer or in its manual rather than assuming a universal direction.

Do I need to choose Envelope as the paper type?
If the driver provides that option, select it. Also match the envelope size in both the document and printer settings.

Can I print a custom-size envelope?
Only if the application, driver, and printer support that size. Enter its measured dimensions and stay within the model’s stated limits.

Why does the printer keep printing on regular paper settings?
The application or driver may still be set to Letter or A4, or the job may be using a different printer. Recheck the selected printer, paper size, and media type before printing.

Should I print a whole stack at once?
First test one envelope. Load more only if the manual permits it and the test feeds and prints correctly.

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