Loading paper correctly is an important part of getting good results from your HP DeskJet 2910 printer. If the paper is loaded incorrectly, you may experience paper jams, crooked prints, or paper-feed problems.
Fortunately, loading paper into the HP DeskJet 2910 is a straightforward process. In this guide, we’ll show you how to load paper correctly and explain what to do if the printer doesn’t feed the paper properly.
Step 1: Prepare Your Paper
Before loading paper, make sure the sheets are clean, dry, and in good condition.
For everyday printing, use standard printer paper that is compatible with your HP DeskJet 2910.
Avoid using paper that is:
- Bent or curled
- Torn or damaged
- Damp
- Stuck together
- Covered in dust or debris
If the sheets are stuck together, gently separate them before putting them into the printer.
Step 2: Find the Paper Input Tray
The HP DeskJet 2910 has a paper input area where you place the sheets you want to print on.
Raise or open the printer’s paper input tray if necessary.
Make sure the tray is fully open and positioned correctly before loading the paper.
Step 3: Adjust the Paper Width Guide
Locate the paper-width guide inside the input tray.
Move the guide outward to create enough space for your paper.
Don’t push the guide too far or force it against the side of the tray.
Step 4: Load the Paper
Take a small stack of paper and place it into the input tray.
Make sure the paper is positioned correctly and sits flat inside the tray.
For standard plain paper, place the printable side in the orientation recommended by the printer.
Avoid overfilling the tray. If you’re unsure how much paper to load, start with a smaller stack.
Step 5: Adjust the Paper Guide
Slide the paper-width guide toward the edge of the paper.
The guide should touch the paper lightly without pressing tightly against it.
This helps keep the sheets straight as they’re pulled into the printer.
Tip: Make sure the paper stack is straight and isn’t leaning to one side.
Step 6: Check the Paper Position
Before printing, check the paper stack carefully.
The paper should:
- Sit flat in the input tray
- Be aligned with the paper guide
- Not extend beyond the tray’s maximum capacity
- Not be bent or folded
- Be positioned securely enough for the printer’s feed mechanism to grab it
If the paper is not positioned correctly, the printer may pick up multiple sheets or fail to feed the paper.
Step 7: Select the Correct Paper Size
When you print a document, make sure the paper size selected on your computer or mobile device matches the paper you’ve loaded.
For example, if you’re using standard A4 paper, select A4 in the print settings.
Using the wrong paper-size setting can result in incorrect margins or printing problems.
Step 8: Print a Test Page
Once the paper is loaded, send a document or photo to the HP DeskJet 2910.
Choose the printer and click Print.
Watch the first sheet as it feeds into the printer. If it moves through smoothly and the document prints correctly, the paper has been loaded successfully.
How Much Paper Should You Load?
Avoid filling the input tray beyond its recommended capacity.
Loading too much paper can cause:
- Paper jams
- Multiple sheets feeding at once
- Paper-feed errors
- Crooked printing
If you’re unsure, load a smaller amount of paper and add more when necessary.
What to Do If the HP DeskJet 2910 Won’t Pick Up the Paper
If the printer doesn’t feed the paper, try these troubleshooting steps.
Check the Paper
Remove the paper and check for curled, damaged, or damp sheets.
Replace damaged paper with a fresh stack.
Reposition the Paper
Make sure the paper is sitting correctly in the input tray and that the paper guide is positioned against the edge of the stack without being too tight.
Don’t Overload the Tray
Remove some sheets if the tray is heavily loaded.
Try printing with a smaller stack.
Fan the Paper
If several sheets are sticking together, remove the stack and gently fan the sheets before loading them again.
Check for Paper Jams
If the printer attempts to feed paper but stops, check the printer for a paper jam.
Remove any jammed paper carefully and avoid pulling forcefully, as this could damage the printer.
Restart the Printer
Turn the HP DeskJet 2910 off and wait a few seconds.
Turn it back on and try printing again.
Tips for Loading Paper Correctly
Following a few simple habits can help prevent paper-feed problems:
- Store paper somewhere cool and dry.
- Keep unused paper in its original packaging when possible.
- Don’t mix different paper sizes in the input tray.
- Don’t use badly curled or damaged sheets.
- Keep the paper guides correctly positioned.
- Avoid overfilling the input tray.
- Check that your print settings match the paper you’re using.
Final Thoughts
Loading paper into an HP DeskJet 2910 printer is easy once the paper is positioned correctly. Open the input tray, adjust the paper guide, place a suitable stack of paper into the tray, and move the guide gently against the paper.
Before printing, make sure you’ve selected the correct paper size in your print settings. Taking a few seconds to load and align the paper properly can help prevent paper jams and feeding problems.
If the printer doesn’t pick up the paper, check the paper condition, reduce the amount of paper in the tray, reposition the guides, and check for any paper jams.
