Basic Printing13Printing to a file (PRN)You will sometimes need to save the print data as a file for yourpurpose.To create a file:1 Check the Print to file box at the Print window.2 Select the folder and assign a name of the file and thenclick OK.Printer SettingsYou can use the printer properties window, which allows you toaccess all of the printer options you need when using yourprinter. When the printer properties are displayed, you canreview and change the settings needed for your print job.Your printer properties window may differ, depending on youroperating system. This Software User’s Guide shows theProperties window for Windows XP.Your printer driver Properties window that appears in thisUser’s Guide may differ depending on the printer in use.If you access printer properties through the Printers folder, youcan view additional Windows-based tabs (refer to yourWindows User’s Guide) and the Printer tab (see "PrinterInformation Page" on page 17).NOTES:• Most Windows applications will override settings you specifyin the printer driver. Change all print settings available in thesoftware application first, and change any remaining settingsusing the printer driver.• The settings you change remain in effect only while you areusing the current program. To make your changespermanent, make them in the Printers folder.• The following procedure is for Windows XP. For otherWindows OS, refer to the corresponding Windows User'sGuide or online help.1. Click the Windows Start button.2. Select Printers and Faxes.3. Select your printer driver icon.4. Right-click on the printer driver icon and selectPrinting Preferences.5. Change the settings on each tab, click OK.
