Keep floating controls out of printed page content

What to change

Ask for a print layout that preserves the main information while excluding interactive overlays that have no purpose on paper.

A worked example

Illustrative example

A location page prints its address and directions without a floating Book button covering the final lines on each sheet.

How to check the result

Accept when the printout contains the intended information in a readable order without overlapping controls or unexplained blank pages.

A mistake to avoid

Testing only a short first page can miss repeated fixed elements that obscure content on later printed sheets.

Your action checklist

Use these checks to prepare a discussion with your team or supplier. Tick a check when you have recorded the decision or evidence, rather than when a feature has simply been promised.

Decisions to recordOpen print preview with cookie settings, assistance and a sticky action bar visible. Inspect every sheet for repeated obstructions or empty areas.Check a long page where content crosses sheet boundaries. Ask the supplier to prevent headings from becoming detached from the short sections they introduce where practical.Compare printed links, contact details and images with the screen page. Removing interface furniture must not also remove information needed to use the printout.

Evidence, open questions and decisionsNext action and responsible role

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