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1. Can I print on both sides of my cards?
2. Can I print to the edge on Avery Business Cards?
3. Can I print a laser printer product with an inkjet printer?
1. What does Easy Apply™ mean?
2. What’s the difference between ReadyIndex™ and IndexMaker™ dividers?
3. How do I create title pages for Flexi-View products?
1. Why won’t my product print correctly?
2. How do I change the Microsoft Windows print settings to A4?
3. What is a software code?
4. Why can’t I find a software code in Microsoft Word?
5. Where can I find information on Inspired products?
1. My labels are not lining up when I print. Why is that?
2. Where can I find your labels in Microsoft® Word?
3. Can I print a laser printer product with an inkjet printer or an inkjet product with a laser printer?
4. Can I print a few labels and save the label sheet for future printing?
5. What is the shelf life of your labels?
6. The toner does not stick on the label. Why is that?
7. What type of label adhesive is used for laser labels?
8. On what material can I use the Avery Fabric Name Badge Labels?
9. Can I print to the edge on Avery labels?
10. Can I use a CD label on a DVD?
11. I am using CD Stomper from Avery and my labels are printing on the wrong side of the page. Why is that?
12. I am having problems trying to install the CD Stomper from Avery software. Can you help?
13. What’s the difference between a colour laser label and a laser label?
14. I can’t find your General Use (DL) Labels in Microsoft Word. How can I print on them?
15. What product should I use when labelling the jams I make and give away to my family?
16. You have so many different products. How do I find the one that is right for my need?
1. What is lateral filing?
2. How much space would I save by using a standard Avery lateral filing system?
3. What is the board stock for “heavy weight’’, “extra heavy weight” and “super weight” files?
4. What type of filing software is available? Is there a trial version?
5. Why would I use an automated filing solution rather than manual coding labels?
6. How do I know what lateral filing solution is right for my business?
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Cards |
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Can I print on both sides of my cards?
The products that are marked double sided on the packaging can be printed on both sides. Delegate cards (product code 947000) can also be printed on both sides of each fold.
Can I print to the edge on Avery Business Cards?
If you would like to print an entire image on your business cards, we suggest you use the following products: 936220 (software code C32015), 936221 (software code C32028), 936223 (software code C32096), 936224 (software code C32097) or 936229 (software code C32028). These products feature 8 cards per page without any of the cards touching each other. This allows you to use the entire card for full bleed printing. Our other business cards are made with 10 per page, with each card touching the card surrounding it. This doesn't allow for print to the edge capability.
Can I print a laser printer product with an inkjet printer?
If the product package is labelled "Laser/Inkjet", the product can be printed through either inkjet or laser printers. Double sided colour laser card products (product codes 936227, 959079, 936230) can be single side printed through an inkjet printer.
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Dividers & Presentation |
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Easy Apply refers to the innovative and time saving tab labelling system for the IndexMaker Divider range, which allows all tabs to be labelled at once. This unique feature saves you time and is perfect when preparing lots of documents for presentations, conferences and meetings.
What’s the difference between ReadyIndex™ and IndexMaker™ dividers?
ReadyIndex Dividers are ideal for documents that are regularly used and referenced often. The product features a printable table of contents page which can be created using easy to use software and templates. The dividers also come with pre-printed numbered tabs for fast reference.
IndexMaker Dividers are ideal for presentations and proposals that require a professional finish. The product allows you to print your table of contents page and your label tabs. IndexMaker Dividers with Easy Apply Labels allows you to label all your divider tabs at once, saving you time.
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General |
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Why won’t my product print correctly?
The most common reason your labels, or cards etc won't print correctly is because your paper is not set on A4. In your Microsoft Windows settings, your paper size needs to be set on A4. If you are connected to multiple printers, then make sure you check the settings of the printer you are trying to use. Then, when printing from any piece of software, you will need to ensure that the software itself is set to print to A4. The method for setting this will differ from software to software. In Microsoft Word, for example, change this in Page Layout (Office 2007) or Page Setup (previous editions of Office).
How do I change the Microsoft Windows print settings to A4?
Click on Start, then select Settings, and then Printers and Faxes. You'll see a list of any printers you are connected to. Then, click on a printer and right click your mouse. From the menu you will see, click on Properties. Each printer is different, but look for buttons like ‘Preferences’ or ‘Printing Preferences’. You're looking for somewhere that you can ensure the paper size is A4.
An Avery software code is a number (or letter and number) we use to help you match an Avery product you have purchased with a layout or template in your software. With the help of the software code you can select a layout that will print correctly on your label, or card, or divider etc. Examples of software codes are L7173, J8156 and L4711-5. You'll find software codes on your packet.
Why can’t I find a software code in Microsoft Word?
Almost all of our products can be printed using Microsoft Word, but you'll need to select from the A4 and A5 products. By default, Microsoft Word will show the United States’ products, which use letter sized paper. When you're in a mail merge or creating your labels, in Microsoft Word 2007, select Avery A4/A5 from the list of Label vendors. In previous versions of Microsoft Word, select Avery A4 and A5 sizes in the Label products list. Then, scroll through the list of codes to find the software code you are looking for.
Where can I find information on Inspired products?
For details on Inspired craft products and stickers, please visit www.inspiredproducts.com.au. You'll also find lots of ideas for projects and activities.
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Labels |
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My labels are not lining up when I print. Why is that?
Your paper size needs to be set on A4 in Microsoft® Word. In Microsoft Word 2007, this is changed in Page Layout. In previous versions of Microsoft Word this setting is changed in Page Setup. You will also need to change it in your print properties.
Where can I find your labels in Microsoft® Word?
By default, Microsoft Word uses the USA settings. This means that you will see Avery USA labels, which use letter-sized paper and different software codes, unless you select them for A4 and A5. In Microsoft Word 2007, select Avery A4/A5 from the list of Label vendors. In previous versions of Microsoft Word, select Avery A4 and A5 sizes in the Label products list. Then, scroll through the list of codes to find the software code you are looking for.
Can I print a laser printer product with an inkjet printer or an inkjet product with a laser printer?
No, laser products should be printed through a laser printer, and inkjet products through an inkjet printer. By using a product with the incorrect printer you will compromise the printing results and risk serious damage to your printer.
Can I print a few labels and save the label sheet for future printing?
Avery recommends that you don't feed a sheet of labels through a laser or inkjet printer once labels have been removed. (Our guarantee of Jam Free performance extends only to a sheet of labels that has been though a laser printer a single time.) The heat and tight paper path of a laser printer and the friction in an inkjet printer can cause the label to jam or peel off inside the printer, resulting in printer damage.
For printing fewer labels, we recommend Avery Print or Write Labels. These labels come in a smaller sheet, with fewer labels per page.
What is the shelf life of your labels?
This can vary greatly depending on the environmental conditions they have been exposed to (e.g. heat, humidity etc). To achieve optimal results we recommend you use products that have been stored under normal conditions and have been on shelf no longer than approximately 2 years.
Life span of a label once applied is much different and again, depending on the environmental conditions and the specific label type, can be up to 10-15 years and above.
The toner does not stick on the label. Why is that?
This is because the labels are feeding too fast through the printer and not heating the toner enough to adhere to the labels. Please check your printer driver settings. For labels and thick paper you should always use printer driver settings for labels, cardboard, thick material or similar. Heating up the printer a little before printing labels will also assist. This can be done by printing other documents before printing your labels.
What type of label adhesive is used for laser labels?
Different adhesives are used to enable different functionalities. Our labels have adhesives to achieve permanent application, removable application, durability and environmental friendliness. If you need technical specifications please contact our Consumer Service Centre on 1800 644 353.
On what material can I use the Avery Fabric Name Badge Labels?
Avery Fabric Laser Name Badges should not be used on leather, suede, velvet and silk. These labels can be applied and then removed from most other fabrics.
Can I print to the edge on Avery labels?
Yes you certainly can. This is called full bleed printing. However, you should consider that for layouts where one label touches the adjacent label it might be easy for the text or image to print slightly below or above the label edge. In that case we would recommend for example avoid having text or images too close to the label edges.
Can I use a CD label on a DVD?
DVDs are much more sensitive than CDs as they store more data on them, and the data is stored much closer together. Imbalanced discs make them unreadable by your CD or DVD player. We recommend that you use a DVD-specific label for your DVDs as the labels are made using a film based material rather than paper, which helps prevent imbalance problems caused by varying moisture content (e.g. if the disc is left in a high heat, or high humidity environment).
I am using CD Stomper from Avery and my labels are printing on the wrong side of the page. Why is that?
Several years ago we upgraded the CD Stomper range and this included changing our templates. It is possible you have our old software. Please call our Consumer Service Centre on 1800 644 353 (Australia) or 0800 228 379 (NZ) or email consumerservice-au@ap.averydennison.com, and we will send you out a free copy of our most recent CD Stomper software. Alternatively, if you have a high speed internet connection, visit www.cdstomper.com.au to download the software immediately.
I am having problems trying to install the CD Stomper from Avery software. Can you help?
There are two common reasons for installation of this software to fail. The first is that the installation stalls specifically at the point where it tries to 'load fonts'. In this case please contact our Consumer Service Centre. Please call 1800 644 353 (Australia) or 0800 228 379 (NZ) between 7.00am and 6.00pm AEST/AEDST or email consumerservice-au@ap.averydennison.com. We will email you a fix that will alleviate this problem. The second option is that the installation stalls randomly at any other point. The usual reason for this is that your anti-virus software is preventing the install. The best solution is to uninstall your anti-virus software, install your CD Stomper software, and then re-install your anti-virus software.
For any other problems please contact our Consumer Service Centre for technical support.
What’s the difference between a colour laser label and a laser label?
Colour laser labels have been developed specifically for use in a colour laser printer. The label material, backing sheet and adhesive have been developed to ensure safe passage of the label through the multiple fixing stations of a colour laser printer (red, blue, yellow and black). Standard laser labels are designed for use in black and white laser printers.
I can’t find your General Use (DL) Labels in Microsoft Word. How can I print on them?
Our General Use (DL) Labels can be printed using any Avery software. If you like using Microsoft Word, try the Avery Wizard. This software will take you through labelling or mail merge step-by-step.
What product should I use when labelling the jams I make and give away to my family?
We recommend using our Durable Heavy Duty Labels whenever you need labels that are more durable than normal paper labels. These labels have a stronger adhesive, so can be used for labelling things that will be refrigerated or frozen – beer, or jam, or pesto – whatever you fancy!
You have so many different products. How do I find the one that is right for my need?
1. First you need to know what you want to do with the label. Select the type of Avery label required by its application. Each label pack is colour coded to identify the product use: Mailing Labels (Magenta stripe), Filing Labels (orange stripe), Media Labels (green stripe) and Identification Labels (yellow stripe).
2. Select either laser or inkjet labels, depending on the printer to be used. This technology information is clearly printed in large font as the key information on the pack labels.
3. Use the pack label to select the size and number of labels you require.
4. If you have used Avery products before, the product and software codes might help you to get the same product again. The software and reorder codes are clearly listed on the pack labels for the next label order or print job. The software code also ensures fast and easy finding of templates in Microsoft Word or other software programmes.
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Lateral Filing |
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Lateral filing is an efficient space-saving filing system based on colour coding files. Colour coding labels make it very easy to identify misplaced files. Files are stored laterally (side by side), and are able to be stored to higher levels, which can save you substantial floor space.
How much space would I save by using a standard Avery lateral filing system?
You could save up to 70% of floor space by using an Avery lateral filing system (based on a 1200 mm wide cabinet) rather than a conventional filing drawer cabinet.
What is the board stock for “heavy weight’’, “extra heavy weight” and “super weight” files?
Heavy weight is 240-250gsm. Extra heavy weight is 300-325gsm and super weight is 370-380gsm.
What type of filing software is available? Is there a trial version?
Our latest filing software product is called Avery FilePro file labelling software. It is easy to use, with pre-designed label templates. Please contact us on 1800 644 353 for a sample disk or demonstration.
Why would I use an automated filing solution rather than manual coding labels?
An automated filing solution refers to two key components: lateral filing labels, and the Avery FilePro™ file labelling software. Manual coding labels are individual pre-printed labels that are applied to the lateral files.
The software allows you to easily create colour coded labels (which match most popular types of lateral label systems). You can customise your labels with things like barcodes, file headings, colour coded indexing or text. Printing these on lateral filing labels allows you to use a label that has been specifically designed to fit the tab area of lateral files, and save time by applying one printed label strip.
In comparison, when using manual coding labels you are limited to pre-printed coloured alpha and numeric labels, with no customisation, and need to apply each tab label individually.
How do I know what lateral filing solution is right for my business?
We suggest you speak to our Lateral Filing Specialist on 1800 644 353. We can provide a free consultation and recommend a solution based on the filing system that you are currently using, and your future filing or storage needs.
