Most word processors are not initially set up to send all of the commands you might want to use. Most of them have a key or sequence of keys, to send the bold command. Others may also underline. If you want to send other commands, perhaps for italic, or double-width, you’ll probably have to set up your word processor accordingly

Many programs allow you to assign commands to function keys (or a sequence of keys). When the key (or keys) is pressed, the command is then placed in the document. This is called embedding printer commands.

Although many word processors let you assign commands to various keys, most rely on you to find the correct command for the type of printing you want.

For example, if your word processor isn’t set up for double-width printing, you would look up the LQ’s command for double-width (ESC W 1) in the Command Summary Once you’ve found the command, you would check your word processors manual to find out how to send it.

Remember, if your LQ is not printing the way you think it should, check both the LQ and your word processor, and review this checklist:

Make sure you’ve selected the correct printer.

Carefully read the printer setup and installation information in your word processors manual.

C heck the printer options that may be part of the installation or setup section (line feeds, interface, etc.).

your word processor cancels SelecType macros or other settings before printing, find out whether you can modify the program’s initialization command.

Make sure your word processor is capable of sending the proper commands to your printer.

If you’re still having difficulty printing, check the troubleshooting section in your word processor’s manual, or in Appendix D of this manual.

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Using the LQ-2500 with Application Programms