Printing 13×19 on Windows requires a wide-format printer and setting the correct paper size in the driver’s print preferences.
If the 13×19 option is missing from your Windows print dialog, the printer driver is the first place to look. Knowing how to print 13×19 on Windows comes down to two things: a wide-format printer and selecting the right paper size in the printer’s own settings. The good news is that once the driver recognizes the size, the rest of the process is straightforward.
Printing 13×19 On Windows: Start With The Driver
Windows loads paper sizes from the printer driver, so the selection happens in the printer’s properties, not just in your document settings. The printer must support 13 x 19 media before the driver will list it. That size is sometimes labeled Super B, so check for both names.
To set it up, right-click your printer in Devices and Printers (or Printers and Faxes) and choose Properties. Open Optional Settings or Printer Settings, pick the paper size that matches what you loaded — such as 13 × 19 inches (330 × 483 mm) on supported models — then click Apply and confirm the change. The size then appears in the print dialog.
In Windows 11, the quickest route is Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners > your printer > Printer preferences. Older versions use Devices and Printers in the Control Panel. Both lead to the same driver dialog. Some drivers also require selecting the paper source, such as the rear tray, that holds the 13×19 sheets.
Some programs, like Photoshop or Acrobat, have their own print dialog with a separate paper size dropdown. Set the size in the program’s print dialog to match the driver, then adjust the actual print settings through Windows Properties as well. If the size doesn’t appear in the application, change it in the printer driver first.
Not every printer shows this option. The printer must be a wide-format model. Models that explicitly support up to 13″ x 19″ include the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820, the Expression Photo HD XP-15000, and the WorkForce Pro WF-7840. Canon’s PIXMA PRO-200S prints borderless up to 13″ x 19″ and accepts custom sizes up to 13″ x 39″.
When it works, the print preview shows the paper as 13 x 19 inches, and the printer pulls the sheet correctly. If you are shopping for a wide-format model rather than using one you already own, our tested 13 x 19 photo printer list breaks down the best picks.
Why Is 13×19 Missing From The Print Dialog?
Windows often has the size stored, but the driver dialog hides it. Microsoft’s community guidance points to a workaround in Print Server Properties.
Open Print Server Properties (search for it in the Start menu or run printmanagement.msc), create a new form, and set its dimensions to 13 x 19. Then select that form inside the printer driver. One catch: the form cannot be any larger than 13 x 19, or the driver will ignore it. You can also open Print Server Properties by right-clicking any empty area in the Devices and Printers window and choosing Print server properties from the menu.
This is a known quirk on some Windows versions: the 13×19 form exists in the server properties but is missing from the driver’s normal dropdown. The community guidance for this exact situation is to create the form manually and then pick it in the driver.
If the size still doesn’t appear, the driver itself may be outdated. Reinstalling the latest printer software from the manufacturer often restores the full list of supported paper sizes.
Compatibility Limits To Know
Not every printer and Windows setup can handle 13×19, and the missing size is almost always a hardware limit. Before buying paper or fighting the driver, confirm the printer’s spec sheet says 13″ x 19″ or Super B. If it does, the Windows path above handles the rest.
The limits that matter:
- The printer must be a wide-format model. Standard letter-size printers won’t accept 13×19 media, and no driver setting can change that.
- Windows dialogs can hide the size even when the form exists in Print Server Properties. The manual form workaround is the fix.
- Manufacturer pages are region-specific, so model availability and wording can vary between country sites. Check the U.S. page for the exact model and its stated maximum size.
- Older printers may need a driver reinstall before the large size appears. If the driver is from the original installation disc, download the current version instead.
- The document size and the paper size are separate. In the print dialog, “paper size” tells the printer what’s loaded; “scale to fit” is a different option.
One more nuance: borderless 13×19 printing requires specific support. The Canon PIXMA PRO-200S lists borderless 13 x 19, but not every wide-format printer does. Check the spec sheet for “borderless” if you need edge-to-edge prints.
For most people, the fix is one of two things: a wide-format printer or the Print Server Properties workaround. Start with the driver dialog, and only dig into forms if the size is genuinely missing.
FAQs
How do I know if my printer supports 13×19?
Check the specifications for “wide format” or a stated maximum of 13″ x 19″. Models like the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7820 and Canon PIXMA PRO-200S list this support. If the spec sheet does not mention 13×19 or Super B, the printer likely can’t handle it.
Can I print 13×19 on a standard printer?
No. Standard printers are built for letter or A4 media and their mechanisms cannot accept 13 x 19 sheets. You need a wide-format model that explicitly lists 13″ x 19″ support. Forcing the paper can cause jams and damage.
Why won’t 13×19 show in my print dialog?
The printer driver controls which paper sizes appear in Windows. An outdated driver or a hidden form can keep 13×19 out of the list. Create a 13 x 19 form in Print Server Properties, select it in the driver, and reinstall the latest software if needed.
References & Sources
- Microsoft Learn. “Printer paper size not available.” Explains why large paper sizes can be missing and how the Print Server Properties workaround applies.
