character set

A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols.

characters per inch (cpi.)

A measure of the size of text characters. Ten cpi is the printer’s default setting.

condensed printing

Printing in which each character is approximately 60% of the width of standard characters. Useful for fitting wide tables or spreadsheets onto paper.

continuous paper

Paper that has sprocket-feed holes on each side, is perforated between pages, and is supplied in a folded stack. Also called fanfold paper.

control code

Speaal codes used to control printer functions, such as performing a carriage return or line feed.

cpi

See characters per inch.

cut-sheet feeder (CSF)

An optional, detachable device that automatically feeds single sheets of paper into the printer.

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