Want to print wallet-size photos easily? While dedicated photo services and software exist, you can quickly create and print wallet-size photos right at home using free software. This guide will show you how to use Irfanview, a powerful and free image viewer and editor, to arrange and print your photos in convenient wallet sizes.
Irfanview is a lightweight yet feature-rich program that excels at image manipulation, including printing. It offers a “Tile print” option perfect for arranging multiple photos on a single sheet of paper, which is ideal for wallet-size prints. Forget about complicated software or limited online tools – Irfanview provides a straightforward and customizable solution.
Here’s How To Print Wallet Size Photos using Irfanview:
Step 1: Download and Install Irfanview
First, you’ll need to download and install Irfanview on your Windows computer. It’s a free program available for both 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
- Go to the official Irfanview website: http://www.irfanview.com/
- Navigate to the “Download” section.
- Choose the appropriate version for your system (32-bit or 64-bit) and download the installer.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Step 2: Open Your Photos in Irfanview
Once Irfanview is installed, open the program and load the photos you want to print as wallet-size. You can do this by:
- Clicking on “File” in the Irfanview menu.
- Selecting “Open” or using the shortcut “O”.
- Browse to the folder containing your photos and select the images you want to use.
Step 3: Access the Tile Printing Option
Irfanview’s Tile print feature is what allows us to arrange photos efficiently for wallet-size printing. Here’s how to access it:
- With a photo open in Irfanview, click on “File” in the menu.
- Select “Print” or use the shortcut “Ctrl + P”.
- In the Print dialog window, look for the “Tile view” option on the right side. Check the box next to “Tile view”.
Step 4: Configure Tile Settings for Wallet Size Photos
Now, configure the tile settings to achieve wallet-size prints. Wallet size photos are typically around 2.5 x 3.5 inches. You may need to experiment slightly based on your printer and paper size, but here’s a general guideline:
- Number of rows and columns: Adjust the “Rows” and “Columns” settings in the “Tile view” section. For wallet-size photos, starting with 3 rows and 4 columns (or 4 rows and 3 columns depending on orientation) is a good starting point to fit multiple photos on a standard 8.5 x 11 inch paper.
- Size and Spacing: Use the “Width” and “Height” settings under “Image size” in the “Print” dialog to adjust the size of each individual photo tile. Experiment with values close to 2.5 x 3.5 inches or adjust proportionally to fit your needs. You can also adjust “Horizontal spacing” and “Vertical spacing” for better layout.
- Preview: Use the “Preview” button in the Print dialog to see how your photos will be arranged on the paper before printing. This is crucial for fine-tuning the layout and size.
Step 5: Print Your Wallet Size Photos
Once you are satisfied with the preview and tile settings, you are ready to print:
- Ensure your printer is connected and loaded with paper.
- Click the “Print” button in the Print dialog.
- Select your printer from the printer selection menu.
- Adjust any printer-specific settings if needed (like paper type or print quality).
- Click “Print” again to start printing your wallet-size photos.
Irfanview offers a flexible and free way to print wallet-size photos at home. By using the Tile print feature and adjusting the settings, you can easily create sheets of wallet photos for sharing with family and friends, or for any other purpose you need. Download Irfanview today and start printing your own wallet-size photos with ease!
