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Asked: 2021-12-01T10:28:49+00:00 In:

Redirect LPT1 To A File Via Batch

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I use a program called CISFAC which is DOS based. It accesses and displays database info in a 3270 type format. It defaults to LPT1 when you click the “Print” key. I need to redirect LPT1 to a prn or text file for formatting. prior to printing because the default output prints off of the page. Like it needs a line tractor feed printer…..HELP Please!

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    1. I had configured a batch file to change the format of a LaserJet
      III to print the line printer formated accounting reports to fit the
      standard paper. Was called from menu. No need to touch
      printer. Software was RealWorld Accounting.

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    2. There are programs that capture LPT printer output to file.
      lpt2prn or PrintQ. Depending on your environment and printer
      you may set the printer to landscape and 66 lines and a
      lineprinter font. Then you can print directly. The following
      requires a HPPCL page printer.

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