Creation date: 05/12/98

Question:

How to two-side print a postscript document?

Answer:

UNIX supports two-sided printing for postscript file, provided the printer is capable of that feature.  To print the file, type at the UNIX prompt:

lp -o duplex -d printer <file>

where printer is the name of the driver, e.g. cchp5si (Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 5 postscript at the Computing Center).

To check the status of printing, type:

lpstat

The request ID of the print job showing the location of printer (e.g. isb141hp5simx-556) will be displayed .

To cancel the print job, type:

cancel request ID

e.g. cancel isb141hp5simx-556

Note:

1. UNIX is case-sensitive. 
2. Manual override of paper tray selection may be needed.

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Last updated: 01/18/06 by Karl Ho