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Do you want to print only a selection of a webpage on your Mac Safari browser but do not know how to do it? This guide will provide you with easy-to-follow methods to print selected content on your Mac Safari browser.
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The Challenge of How to Print Selection on Mac Safari
Printing selected parts of a webpage is not a feature that is readily available on all browsers. However, you can still achieve this by taking advantage of some useful tips and tricks. This guide will focus on using Mac Safari to print selected content from a webpage.
Things You Should Prepare for
Before you can start printing selected content on your Mac Safari browser, you are required to have the following:
- A Mac computer.
- The Safari web browser installed on your Mac computer.
- Necessary permissions to print from your browser.
Method 1: Printing a Selection from the File Menu
Sometimes, browsers like Safari may not include a context menu and print selection feature. However, you can use the following steps to print selected content:
1. Open your desired webpage using Safari browser.
2. Highlight the section you want to include in your printout.
3. Click "File" on the top-left corner of your Safari browser.
4. Select "Print" from the dropdown menu.
5. In the "Print" window, select the "Selection" option.
6. Click the "Print" button to confirm your selection.
Pros:
- Simple and quick to use.
- Does not require any additional browser plugins or software.
Cons:
- This method does not provide an option to preview the selected content before printing.
- You might have to manually adjust your print settings, including the margins and paper size.
Method 2: Using a Browser Extension
If the first method does not work, the easiest way to print selected content from a webpage on Safari is by using an extension. Follow these steps:
1. Open your Safari browser.
2. Go to the "Safari Extensions" page on the Safari website by clicking on "Safari" in the upper left corner of the screen and choosing "Safari Extensions."
3. Locate an extension that will allow you to print selected content from a webpage. Some popular extensions for this purpose include Print Selection and Printliminator.
4. Click on the extension and follow the prompts for installation.
5. Once the extension installation is complete, open the page you want to print.
6. Choose the content you want to print.
7. Click the extension icon on your Safari Browser and follow the prompts to print your selection.
Pros:
- This method is straightforward and easy to use.
- Browser extensions often come with additional features other than just printing selected content on Safari.
Cons:
- You need to install an extension, which may take time and consume some storage on your computer.
- The performance of your Safari browser might be impacted by some extensions.
Method 3: Using a Keyboard Shortcut
If you find the above methods cumbersome, you can try using keyboard shortcuts to print selected content on Safari. Here’s how:
1. Open your web page on the Safari browser.
2. Use the cursor to select the part you want to print.
3. Press "Command + Shift + P" on your keyboard to open the Print window.
4. In the Print window select "Selection" from the dropdown menu.
5. Review and adjust your print settings as desired.
6. Click the "Print" button to confirm your selection.
Pros:
- This method is the fastest and most efficient way to print selected content on Safari.
- No installation of an extra extension is required.
Cons:
- If you’re not proficient with keyboard shortcuts, you may find this method challenging to use.
- The selected text may sometimes not be captured entirely during printing.
Why Can’t I Print Selected Content on Safari?
1. Your Safari browser may be outdated.
A solution to this problem is to update your Safari browser to the latest version.
2. Your computer may not have the necessary permissions to print from the web browser.
To fix this problem, check your system preferences, and ensure that the print settings allow printing permissions from the Safari browser.
3. The website you’re trying to print content from may have restricted printing.
If you experience this issue, check the website’s terms of use and printing policies to see if they permit printing or not.
Additional Tips
1. Always preview your selected content before printing to ensure everything is captured.
2. Set your printer margins and page size correctly to avoid printing blank pages or content that goes beyond the edge of the paper.
3. When printing selected content, selected the print only in black and white or grayscale to save ink and reduce printing costs.
5 FAQs about Printing Selection on Mac Safari
Q1: Can I print selected content from any webpage on Safari browser?
A: Yes, you can print selected content from any webpage on the Safari browser as long as the site allows printing.
Q2: How do I adjust the margins when printing selected content on Safari?
A: You can adjust your printer margins from the "Print" settings window. Change the margins under the "Page Setup" option to your desired size.
Q3: Are there any keyboard shortcuts for selecting a specific area of a webpage to print?
A: No, there are no specific keyboard shortcuts for selecting a portion of a webpage to print. However, you can use the keyboard shortcuts "Command + Shift + P" to open the print dialog box simply.
Q4: Can I use any third-party extension to print selected content on Safari?
A: Yes, you can use any third-party extension to print selected content on Safari. However, ensure the extension is compatible with your Safari browser version.
Q5: Why are some words or images missing when I print selected content on Safari?
A: It could be an issue of compatibility. Some websites are incompatible with the Safari browser and may not print selected content accurately. Try printing the same section on another browser like Google Chrome or Firefox to see if the same problem occurs.
In Conclusion
Printing selected content on Safari is a useful feature that can save you time and resources. The steps outlined in this guide will help you do so quickly and efficiently using one of the three methods described above. By following these steps, you can ensure that only the content you need is printed, which could save you ink, paper, and printing costs in the long run.