Will Gainey
September 22nd 03, 10:35 PM
I used a batch program associated with *.plt file
extensions to print plot files. The command line in the
program was:
copy %1 lpt1 /b
......and it worked everytime with Win98.
It is not working with WinXP (pro).
From the command promp, I can type the same command
(adding the filename) and it will print without problems.
The dos window doesn't stay open long enough while running
the batch program to see what the error/fault is so I
really can't tell you it's error. I think it is having a
problem with the filename or path.
I really liked using this method for printing and hope to
resolve something soon. I would also be interested in
other free programs you may suggest that run in windows
for printing "print to file" files.
Your help is appreciated.
extensions to print plot files. The command line in the
program was:
copy %1 lpt1 /b
......and it worked everytime with Win98.
It is not working with WinXP (pro).
From the command promp, I can type the same command
(adding the filename) and it will print without problems.
The dos window doesn't stay open long enough while running
the batch program to see what the error/fault is so I
really can't tell you it's error. I think it is having a
problem with the filename or path.
I really liked using this method for printing and hope to
resolve something soon. I would also be interested in
other free programs you may suggest that run in windows
for printing "print to file" files.
Your help is appreciated.