Won't print correct size of pictures

My computer runs Vista and I recently installed a HP 1510 series printer. It prints regular documents fine, but when I try to print 4x6 pictures it will not print the full size. I am given only one option in print job (Windows Photo Gallery is default software) full page. I have tried selecting and de-selecting "fit frame" and it made not difference. I have reset the printer a few times and checked to be sure all drivers were up-to-date. I just want to click on the picture and have it print the right size! Any help would be appreciated.
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MaryLiz,
You do have to have the Full Feature Software installed for your printer for this to all work properly:
Install Full Feature Software - Printer
If you have the printer software installed, it is probably OK.
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If you select paper size 4X6, then you cannot also select the other options shown in that last column. These are mutually exclusive. The options that are available change according to the kind of paper you select.
Are you using 4X6 paper in the printer?
The printing preferences are something you have to set up the way you like -- and then change them when you change the paper, change the "thing" you are printing, change your mind about what you want...
You can click on a photo and have it automatically print a 4X6 photo if you have a printer with a photo-tray in it with photo paper loaded and ready to go. You would still have to change the printing preferences if you wanted to change the setup for any reason at all.
I think I might be missing the point entirely. My apologies for the Sloth-Brain. Smiling.
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