Non-Windows Software Programs

Most application programs let you specify the type of printer you use so that the program can take full advantage of the printer's features. Many programs provide an installation or setup menu that presents a list of printer&

To take the full advantage of your printer’s features, choose ActionPrinter 3260 or LQ-150. If neither of those printers is available, select LQ-860 or LQ-2550 if you plan to use color. If you do not plan to use color, choose Stylus 800, LQ-570+, ActionPrinter 3250, or LQ-870.

Note

For any of the LQ printers except the LQ-150 be sure to choose Sheet Feeder Bin 1 or the equivalent in the printer setup.

If you software program does not list the ActionPrinter 3260 or the LQ-150, you can also contact the manufacturer of your software to see if an update for your printer is available.

If none of the printers mentioned above is available in your software program, you can choose LQ-570+, LQ570, or LQ-100 for good quality text and graphics but no color support. If those printers are also not available, choose any Epson printer or standard printer or draft printer.

Trying it Out

After you have set up your software programs for your printer as described above, create a document using the fonts, symbols, features, and formats that you use most often and then print the document This shows you how the printer works with your software program.

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