Printing drawings in MS Visio

Printing drawings in MS Visio is an important skill that allows you to effectively present your work results. This guide explains in simple steps how you can print drawings in Visio. Whether you want to print a single sheet or multiple pages, here you will find everything you need to know.

Key Insights

• You can print using the search bar, the file menu, or a keyboard shortcut.
• There are various printing options, including selecting the printer, pages, and format.
• You can choose between color and black-and-white printing and make further customizations.

Step-by-Step Guide

To start printing, first open the drawing you want to print.

1. Open the print dialog: You can simply go to the search bar and type "Print." This will take you directly to the print dialog.

Alternatively, you can click on "File" in the menu and then on "Print."

A convenient option is to use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + P to also access the print dialog.

1. Printing via the Quick Access Toolbar: You can use the Quick Access Toolbar. Go to "All Commands" and search for "Print."

Add this command to make the printing process even easier.

1. Adjust print options: In the print dialog, you will find various options. You can select how many copies you want to print and which printer you want to use.

1. Select pages: If your drawing has multiple sheets, you can determine which pages you want to print. You can easily control the number of pages or add a new drawing sheet.

1. Print current or multiple pages: Using the "Print all pages" option, you can specify whether you want to print only the current page or multiple pages.

1. Choose format and color: You have the option to select the format (portrait or landscape) as well as the paper size (e.g., A4 or A3).

In addition, you can specify whether the output should be in color or black and white. However, please note that all shapes will be displayed accordingly when printing in black and white.

1. Page setup: If you want to make further adjustments, click on "Page setup." Here you can adjust the printer paper, select the format, and edit headers and footers.

1. Check print settings: Finally, you should review the print settings. Go to printer properties to ensure that all desired options are set.

1. Print: If everything is set correctly, click on "Print" to start the printing process.

Summary

Printing in MS Visio is easy when you know the right steps. With the methods described above, you can effectively bring and customize your drawings on paper to meet your requirements.