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Create a New Envelope Layout

If you have a layout that is a non-standard size, you can base your new layout on the Envelope, Label, or Flyer layouts. This allows for customization of characteristics, such as size and margins. When you create a new layout, such as an envelope, the new layout becomes a new permanent part of the list, but you can still select from other layouts.

Be careful about adjusting margins or barcodes. For more information, see About Envelope Margins and Barcodes.

Note: It is recommended that when you require custom layouts that you create new layouts—which the following steps describe for creating a new envelope—rather than modify existing ones.

Steps

From the Design tab, select File > New Layout.
From the Design tab, select Layout > Media.
In the Media dialog box, select the Envelope option.
From the list that is to the right of the selected media, select the envelope that matches the envelope size you are printing to or click the New button.
In the Envelope Settings dialog box, enter a unique name to identify your new envelope.
In the Dimensions area, enter Height and Width values in inches.
In the Margins area, enter Top, Left, Right, and Bottom values in inches.
Click OK.

Your new envelope layout appears on the Design tab.

Tip! You can automate the selection of layouts. For more information, see About Recommended Layout Selection and Manage Recommended Layout Settings.