Cannot set default printer in libreoffic (all applications)

Print dialog window defaults to wrong printer, wrong paper size and wrong duplex settings. I cannot fine any tools options to set these defaults. The options under tools>options>print (e.g., reduce gradient, reduce transparency, etc. ) are useless and there are no options for setting defaults for selecting printer or any useful print parameters (e.g., paper size, orientation, margins, tabs, etc.)

Operating system (linux, ubuntu 24.04) default printer is set to correct printer. Default setting on printer set to duplex but libreoffice applications continue to print on one side only, print on wrong size paper or sends output to printer downstairs unless I remember to change the printer settings (bloody nuisance).