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Common PCL Printer Commands
PCL Printer Commands (Escape
Sequences)
Most software applications do not require you to enter printer commands.
See your computer and software documentation to find the method to use
for entering printer commands, if needed.
PCL printer commands tell the printer which tasks to perform or which
fonts to use. This appendix is not intended to provide complete information
about PCL commands, only to provide a quick reference for users who are
already familiar with PCL command structure.
Note
The table at the end of this appendix contains commonly used PCL
commands. For a complete listing and explanation of how to form PCL,
HP-GL/2, and PJL commands, order the PCL/PJL Technical Reference
Package, which is described in the “Supplementary Documents” section at
the beginning of this manual (to order, see the inside front cover for
information).
PCL Printer Command Syntax
Before using printer commands, compare these characters:
Lowercase l:
l
Uppercase O: O
Number one: 1 Number 0:
0
Many printer commands use the lowercase letter l (l) and the number one
(1), or the uppercase letter O (O) and the number zero (0). These characters
may not appear on your screen as shown here. You must use the exact
character and case specified for PCL printer commands.
Common PCL Printer Commands A-1