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Q: QuestionWhat is the printing resolution of the Epson Workforce Pro WF-7840?

• A:Answer The printer offers a resolution of up to 4800 x 2400, for both color and black and white prints.

Q: QuestionDoes this Epson printer have a duplex printing function?

• A:Answer Yes, the Epson Workforce Pro WF-7840 offers automatic two-sided printing for documents and supports duplex copying, scanning, and faxing.

Q: QuestionCan I print from my phone or tablet to the Epson Workforce Pro WF-7840?

• A:Answer Yes, you can print directly from your mobile device using the Epson Smart Panel app.

Q: QuestionHow many sheets of paper can the Epson Workforce Pro WF-7840 hold?

• A:Answer This printer has a total paper capacity of 500 sheets.

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum document size this printer can handle?

• A:Answer The Epson Workforce Pro WF-7840 can print documents up to 13 inches long and 19 inches wide.

Q: QuestionCan I change out the ink to convert to a sublimation printer?

Asked 4 years ago by Wendy.

• A:Answer 7840 converted using 812xl cartridges

  Answered 4 years ago by YrahmVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan the feeder handle 11 x 17 paper for scanning?

Asked 5 years ago by workfromhome.

• A:Answer Hi workfromhome, Yes, the WorkForce Pro WF-7840 scans 11" x 17" paper through the auto document feeder or on the scan bed. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionDoes the scanning do automatic double sided?

Asked 5 years ago by Scanning.

• A:Answer Hi Scanning, Yes, the WorkForce Pro WF-7840 does automatic two-sided scanning through the auto document feeder. It also prints on both sides, so you can do two-sided copies. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionInk??!! After a successful setup and test page print, the printer said I'm outta ink. Really??!! A yield of just one Page??!! I have to buy more before I print page 2?! Really??!!

Asked 5 years ago by Gryphon1961.

• A:Answer I don't have the same issue, that's weird. I was able to print more than a couple of pages of color (some being all in color) and black and white documents. Epson recommended shaking the ink cartridges a little before installing them. Have you tried that?

  Answered 5 years ago by MoGJ

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Q: QuestionIs it possible to scan to a USB Drive with this printer?

Asked 5 years ago by Moyg.

• A:Answer Hi Moyg, Yes, you can scan directly to a USB drive using the Epson WorkForce Pro WF-7840. The USB port used for this is easily accessible on the front of the printer. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionI am looking for an Epson model that has two trays and both trays to be adjustable to paper sizes. I want to print from one tray 4" by 6" card stock and from the other tray, I want to print 5.5" by 8.5" regular 20lb stock. Must be full color and inkjet.

Asked 4 years ago by TheoR.

• A:Answer Hi TheoR, The WorkForce WF-7840 has two trays which can be loaded with the paper you want to print. You can load 50 sheets of 68Lbs maximum weight 4" x 6" card stock into cassette 1. You will have to create a 4" x 6" thick paper custom paper size in the printer driver. This is a one-time task. Up to 250 sheets of 20lb.half letter paper (5.5" x 8.5") can be loaded into cassette 2. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 4 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionCan you load one of the trays' with 13" x 19" paper? If not how do you load or feed this size paper? Thanks.

Asked 5 years ago by ToddtheBuilder.

• A:Answer Hi ToddtheBuilder, The WF-7840 has a 50-sheet rear tray that holds 13" x 19" paper and two 250-sheet cassettes that hold 11" x 17" paper. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it have Borderless Printing feature?

Asked 5 years ago by Kat.

• A:Answer Hi Kat, The WorkForce Pro WF-7840 prints borderless on a variety of popular photo sizes such as 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, Letter and more. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionCan this printer be used with multiple computers?

Asked 5 years ago by Fargo.

• A:Answer Hi Fargo, Yes, you can use any computer that is on the same 2.4 GHz WiFi network as the WF-7840 as long as they are running compatible operating systems. Windows XP through 10 and Mac OS X 10.5 to 10.15 are compatible. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionWill this printer work with heavier weight card stock, between 60-80lb/216gsm? What Is the heaviest weighted paper that will be able to feed properly with the printer?

Asked 5 years ago by Kristy.

• A:Answer Hi Kristy, The heaviest paper you can use in the WF-7840 is 68 lbs. Not all paper is ink-jet compatible, so even if it feeds the print quality may not be exceptional. For a list of Epson paper types that work with the WF-7840, please visit the Epson support site. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 5 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: Questionwhat is the DEPTH of this printer? The specs say 38". That sounds absurd.

Asked 3 years ago by crissy.

• A:Answer Hello crissy. When the WF-7840 is not being used in storage, it has a depth of 17.7". When the machine is being used with output trays extended, the depth can be up to 38.4". Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.

  Answered 3 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionCan I use my epson wf 7840 to print pictures onto printable heat transfer vinyl

Asked 4 years ago by Junior.

• A:Answer Hi Junior, Sorry, we do not test the WorkForce Pro WF-7840 on third-party media like heat transfer vinyl so cannot guarantee the quality. For a list of media types known to be compatible, visit the Epson support site for the WF-7840. Regards, Mark - The Epson Team.

  Answered 4 years ago by Epson

  
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Q: QuestionCan this machine print 11x17?

Asked 5 years ago by Buddy1234.

• A:Answer Yes it prints anything up to 13' x 19" Tabloid being 11 x 17 is a breeze. It even has a tray for it!!

  Answered 5 years ago by NativeArchitect

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Q: QuestionHow do i print cardstock on my wf 7840. I am so disappointed in this printer I purchased from Best Buy. I am desperate to get wedding invitations and RSVps out for my daughters wedding

Asked 4 years ago by frustratedMOM.

• A:Answer Hi frustratedMOM. The thickest paper the WorkForce Pro WF-7840 supports is 68 lb (256 g/m2). If you feed card stock, make sure it is inkjet compatible and select the "Thick Paper" media type setting in the printer driver. Regards, Kevin - The Epson Team.

  Answered 4 years ago by Epson

  
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