Sharp ML-4550 manual Overview Direct Print Utility, Printing, From the Direct Print Utility window

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5Using Direct Print Utility

This chapter explains how to use Direct Print Utility to print PDF files without having to open the files.

Overview Direct Print Utility

Direct Print Utility is a program that sends a PDF file directly to your printer without having to open the file. It sends data through the Windows spooler using the port of the printer driver. It only supports PDF format.

To installing this program, you should select Custom and put a check mark in this program when you install the printer driver.

Printing

There are several ways you can print using Direct Print Utility.

From the Direct Print Utility window

1From the Start menu select Programs or All Programs → Direct Print Utility → Direct Print Utility.

Or, double-click the Direct Print Utility shortcut icon on your desk top.

The Direct Print Utility window opens.

2Select the printer you will use in the Select Printer section and click Browse.

3Select the PDF file you will print and click Open.

The PDF file is added in the Select Files section.

4Customize the printer settings for your needs. See the next column.

5Click Print.

The selected PDF file is sent to the printer.

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Using Direct Print Utility

Using the shortcut icon

1Select the PDF file you will print and by dragging drop it to the Direct Print Utility shortcut icon on your desk top. The selected PDF file is sent to the default printer.

NOTE : If the default printer does not support Direct Print Utility, the message window alerting you to select the appropriate printer opens. Select the appropriate printer in the Select Printer section.

2Customize the printer settings for your needs.

3 Click Print.

The selected PDF file is sent to the printer.

Using the right-click menu

1Right-click on the PDF file you will print and select Direct Printing.

The Direct Print Utility window opens with the PDF file is added.

2Select the printer you will use.

3Customize the printer settings for your needs. See the below part.

4Click Print.

The selected PDF file is sent to the printer.

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Page Page Contact Samsung worldwide Switzerland Contents Troubleshooting Installing accessoriesSpecifications Important Precautions and Safety Information Canadian Radio Interference Regulations FCC RegulationsReplacing the Fitted Plug for UK Only Openssl License Original Ssleay License Special features IntroductionSoftware Section Features ML-4550 ML-4551N ML-4551ND You can print in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/2003Printer overview Front viewFinding more information Control panel overviewSelecting a location Clearance spaceSystem setup Using control panel menusAccessing control panel menus Menu overview Job manager menuInformation menu Layout menu OrientationSimplex MarginPaper menu Graphic menuSystem Setup menu Emulation menu PostScriptNetwork menu Using toner save mode Changing the font settingPrinting a demo Changing the display languageSoftware overview Supplied softwarePrinter driver features System requirementsWindows Linux MacintoshRequirements Network setup Via network administration programsVia the control panel Configuring TCP/IP Configuring EtherTalkDynamic addressing BOOTP/DHCP Supported operating systemsConfiguring IPX frame types Setting Ethernet speedRestoring the network configuration Printing a network configurationLoading print media Selecting print mediaType Size Dimensions Weighta Capacityb Type Size WeightSupported sizes of paper Print media for duplex printingGuidelines for selecting and storing print media Guidelines for special print mediaMedia type Guidelines Loading paper Using the standard tray or the optional trays Changing the size of the paper in the trayUsing the multi-purpose tray Load the paper with the side to be printed on facing upUsing manual feed mode Tips on using the multi-purpose traySelecting an output location Printing to the output tray Face downPrinting to the rear cover Face up Canceling a print job Printing a document Canceling a print jobBasic printing Printing a documentOrdering supplies and accessories AccessoriesHow to purchase Toner cartridgesMaintenance Cleaning the printerCleaning the outside of the printer Cleaning the inside of the printerMaintenance Printing a cleaning sheet Maintaining the toner cartridgeToner cartridge storage Expected cartridge yieldChecking the remaining toner Redistributing toner cartridgeReplacing the toner cartridge Maintenance Maintenance parts Clearing the Toner Low Replace Toner messageItems Yield Average Troubleshooting Clearing paper jamsPaper feed area TrayOptional tray Around the toner cartridge Multi-purpose trayPaper exit area Duplex unit areaDuplex jam Troubleshooting checklist Condition Suggested solutionsTips for avoiding paper jams Understanding the status LED Understanding display messagesMessage Meaning Suggested solutions Load Low Heat ErrorLSU Motor Error OPC is CleaningToner cartridge-related messages Solving general printing problems Settings and Printers. Right Spool Settings buttonClick the Samsung ML-4550 Series PCL 6 printer iconSolving print quality problems Condition Suggested solutions Vertical Condition Suggested solutions Curl or waveRepetitive DefectsCommon Windows problems Common PostScript problemsCommon Linux problems Common Macintosh problemsInstallable Options section to InstalledInstalling accessories Precautions when installing accessoriesInstalling a dual in-line memory module Dimm Disconnect the power cordSetting the memory in the PostScript printer properties Select the Samsung ML-4550 Series PS printerInstalling a network interface card Removing a DimmUsing the hard disk Installing the hard diskSetting the hard disk in the printer properties Setting the time and date Printing with the optional hard diskStoring a job Printing a stored jobPrinting using the form files Controlling the active job queueTo delete a file from the queue To promote a file from the queueSpecifications Printer specificationsSpecifications and Description ECP Index System requirements Linux 3.3 Macintosh 3.3 Windows Software section Contents Using Windows Postscript Driver Using Your Printer in Linux Installing Printer Software Installing Software for Local PrintingTypical Installation Select Typical installation for a local printer. Click NextCustom Installation Select Custom installation. Click Next Select the components to be installed and click NextInstalling Software for Network Printing Custom Installation Installing Printer Software in Windows Reinstalling Printer Software Changing the Software LanguageRemoving Printer Software NextPrinting a Document Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down listPrinter Settings Layout TabPaper Orientation Paper Tab SourceScaling Printing Resolution Toner Save ModeGraphics Tab Advanced OptionsJob Setting On the Job SettingExtras Tab Using a Favorite Setting Using HelpAbout Tab Printer TabAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting Posters Printing Booklets Printing on Both Sides of Paper Printing a Reduced or Enlarged Document Fitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size NoneUsing Watermarks Using an Existing WatermarkCreating a Watermark Editing a WatermarkUsing Overlays What is an Overlay?Using a Page Overlay Creating a New Page OverlayUsing Windows PostScript Driver AdvancedUsing the shortcut icon Using the right-click menuOverview Direct Print Utility PrintingSetting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerCheck the Share this printer box Select Local Port and click New PortTroubleshooting Guide Printer SettingUnderstanding Smart Panel Toner LevelOpening the Troubleshooting Guide Changing the Smart Panel Program SettingsUsing Printer Settings Utility Using Onscreen Help FileInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Installing the Unified Linux DriverGetting Started Uninstalling the Unified Linux Driver Click UninstallUsing the Unified Driver Configurator Printers ConfigurationOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Double-clickUnified Driver Configurator on the desktopConfiguring Printer Properties Ports ConfigurationClasses Tab Printing from Applications Printing FilesFile menu Installing Software for Macintosh Click ContinueSetting Up the Printer For a Network-connected MacintoshFor a USB-connected Macintosh Mac OS 8.6 ~Changing Printer Settings Layout SettingPrinting a Document Printer Features Setting ResolutionQualityPrinting Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper Reverse DuplexDuplex Printing Index Resolution Macintosh 36 Windows GGGGGGGGGGGGGRev