Adding options to MacOS Driver for Paper Trays (3&4) and Staple Finishers

Your Mac is a powerhouse for creativity and productivity, and when it comes to printing, you want nothing less than full control over your output.

While basic printing is often straightforward, unlocking advanced features like dedicated paper trays (specifically trays 3 and 4) and sophisticated staple finishers requires a bit of configuration within your macOS printer driver.

This guide will walk you through the necessary steps to enable these options, empowering you to handle complex print jobs with ease and take full advantage of your printer's capabilities. Streamline your workflow and achieve professional-quality documents right from your Mac!

Updated 28/05/25

Step-by-step Guide

Inception - Adding options to MacOS Driver for Paper Trays (3&4) and Staple Finishers

1. Open “System Settings” from your Dock.

2. Scroll down and select “Printers & Scanners”, then select your printer (e.g. Office Printer).

3.Select “Options & Supplies".

4. Select "Options".

5. Under “Option Tray:” and “Finisher:” add the options that match your configuration (In this example “Lower Paper Trays” & “Finisher SR3310” have been added).

6. Select “Ok” and “Done”.

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