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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.
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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
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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.