PRINT Windows Command Guide
The Windows print command allows users to print documents directly from the command line, providing a quick and efficient way to send files to a printer. By utilizing various options and parameters, such as specifying the printer name or setting printing preferences, users can customize their printing tasks to meet their specific needs. This guide will walk you through the different functionalities of the Windows print command, enabling you to effectively manage your printing tasks with ease.
PRINT Syntax:
Section titled “PRINT Syntax:”print [/D:device] [[drive:][path]filename ...]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| /D | Specifies the print device. |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| /D:device | Specifies the print device |
| filename | Specifies the file(s) to print |
| drive | Specifies the drive containing the file to print |
| path | Specifies the directory containing the file to print |
PRINT Command Samples:
Section titled “PRINT Command Samples:”Print a Text File
Section titled “Print a Text File”print C:\Users\username\Documents\example.txtPrints the content of the text file “example.txt” located in the specified directory.
Print a PDF Document
Section titled “Print a PDF Document”print C:\Users\username\Documents\example.pdfPrints the content of the PDF document “example.pdf” located in the specified directory.
Print Multiple Copies
Section titled “Print Multiple Copies”print C:\Users\username\Documents\example.docx /#2Prints 2 copies of the Word document “example.docx” located in the specified directory.
Print to a Specific Printer
Section titled “Print to a Specific Printer”print C:\Users\username\Documents\example.jpg /D:PrinterNamePrints the image file “example.jpg” to the printer with the name “PrinterName”.
Print in Color
Section titled “Print in Color”print C:\Users\username\Documents\example.docx /COLORPrints the Word document “example.docx” located in the specified directory in color.
Print a Test Page
Section titled “Print a Test Page”print /D:PrinterName /TSends a test page to the printer with the name “PrinterName” to check printer functionality.
Print All Files in a Directory
Section titled “Print All Files in a Directory”print C:\Users\username\Documents\*.*Prints all files within the specified directory “Documents”.
PRINT FAQ:
Section titled “PRINT FAQ:”How do I use print in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use print in Windows?”To use the print command in Windows, execute the following command:
print /D:\\COMPUTER\PRINTER C:\Users\Username\Documents\example.txtHow can I print to a specific printer in Windows CMD?
Section titled “How can I print to a specific printer in Windows CMD?”To print to a specific printer in Windows CMD, you can use the following command:
print /D:\\COMPUTER\PRINTER C:\Users\Username\Documents\example.txtHow do I list all available printers using the print command in Windows?
Section titled “How do I list all available printers using the print command in Windows?”To list all available printers using the print command in Windows, you can run the following command:
wmic printer get nameHow can I set printing options with the Windows print command?
Section titled “How can I set printing options with the Windows print command?”To set printing options with the Windows print command, use the following command syntax:
print /D:\\COMPUTER\PRINTER /o l /t:50 C:\Users\Username\Documents\example.txtCan I print multiple copies of a file using the Windows print command?
Section titled “Can I print multiple copies of a file using the Windows print command?”Yes, you can print multiple copies of a file using the Windows print command by specifying the number of copies. Here is an example command:
print /D:\\COMPUTER\PRINTER /c:2 C:\Users\Username\Documents\example.txtHow do I cancel a print job with the print command in Windows CMD?
Section titled “How do I cancel a print job with the print command in Windows CMD?”To cancel a print job with the print command in Windows CMD, use the following command:
echo off > \\COMPUTER\PRINTERApplications of the PRINT Command
Section titled “Applications of the PRINT Command”- Printing a text file
- Redirecting output to a printer
- Specifying printer settings
- Printing multiple copies of a document
- Printing a specific range of pages