A:Answer Hello, thank you for your question. Yes, this dryer can vent through either side as well as the back. For instructions on how to do so, we recommend you check out page 15 of the installation instructions, found on our website's product page for this dryer. We hope this helps! Please let us know if you have any additional questions. You can reach out to us further at the “Contact Us” link on our website. – Chris@GEA