Re: Externally described printer files

[PaulMmn <PaulMmn@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>Ok.  Here is a question from our programmer/analysts.  I haven't
>programmed in RPG so I didn't have much input.  We are trying to get a
>report to print to an HPLJ4 with 68 lines.  One of the programmers says
>it is not possible unless you use an externally described printer file.
>Can this be done using Output specs, or is the limit 66 lines?
>
>Gary



I believe the key is the print file definition:  QSYSPRT/QPRINT/etc.  check
the definition for lines-per-page and characters-per-inch settings.  We
used to override print files to switch reports onto 8-1/2 x 14-7/8 paper.

--Paul E Musselman
PaulMmn@ix.netcom.com


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