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How to Print a Word Document in Reverse Page Order

Phi Hung Vo Oct 10, 2026 868 views

Question details

The user needs to print a multi-page document starting from the last page to the first page so that the printed copies are stacked in the correct order automatically.

How to Print a Word Document in Reverse Page Order

Product: Word
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Printing a large document where manual collation of pages takes too much time and effort.
Observed behavior: By default, printers print starting from page 1, which often leaves the first page at the bottom of the output tray, requiring manual sorting.

Before you start

Ensure your printer is properly connected, turned on, and has enough paper loaded in the tray before modifying your print settings.

Solution 1Recommended

Enable Reverse Order in Advanced Options

Modify the default Word print settings to always print documents from the last page to the first. This is ideal for continuous reverse printing needs.

This method changes the application's default behavior, meaning every document you print will output in reverse order until you turn the setting off.

Open Word Options

Click on 'File' in the top-left corner of the Word interface, then select 'Options' at the bottom of the menu.

Navigate to Advanced Settings

In the Word Options dialog box, click on the 'Advanced' tab located in the left sidebar.

Enable Reverse Printing

Scroll down to find the 'Print' section. Check the box next to 'Print pages in reverse order', then click 'OK' to apply the changes.

Print the Document

Go to File > Print (or press Ctrl + P) and print your document as you normally would.

Enable Reverse Order in Advanced Options

Remember to Disable: Turn this option off after printing if you do not want all future documents printed in reverse order automatically.

Solution 2

Use a Custom Print Page Range

A quick, one-time method to print in reverse without changing the default application settings.

Easy Document Printing

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WPS Office Writer offers an intuitive interface for all your document formatting and printing needs, including advanced print controls. It provides a familiar layout, making it incredibly easy to manage how your pages are output.

1. Open your Document: Launch WPS Writer and open the multi-page document you wish to print.
2. Access the Print Dialog: Click the 'Menu' button in the top left corner and select 'Print', or use the shortcut Ctrl + P.
3. Set Page Range: In the Print dialog box, check the 'Reverse print' option, or manually enter your page range backwards (e.g., 10-1).
4. Start Printing: Click the 'Print' button to output your document with the pages perfectly collated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my printer automatically print the last page first?

Some printers output pages face-up, so they are designed to automatically print in reverse order to ensure the first page ends up on top of the stack. If your printer already does this, you do not need to enable reverse printing in your document settings.

Can I print only a specific section of pages in reverse order?

Yes. By using the Custom Print option, you can enter a specific reverse range. For example, entering '10-5' will print only pages 5 through 10, but outputting page 10 first, down to page 5.

Does printing in reverse order affect double-sided (duplex) printing?

Yes, printing in reverse can alter the way pages are paired on a single sheet of paper during duplex printing. It is highly recommended to perform a test print of a few pages to ensure they align correctly before printing a large document.

Will the reverse print setting apply to Excel or PowerPoint?

No, changing the Advanced options setting in Word only applies to Word documents. Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint handle their printing independently and have their own distinct print dialogue settings.

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