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Gets the model and driver names for all installed printers.
printer_names = GetPrinters()
An array of two elements:
| Element | Type | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Array | A list of printer model names (strings) |
| 2 | Array | A list of printer driver names (strings) |
GetPrinters() returns null if there are no installed printers.
Each model name string includes not only the printer model but its currently installed connection, e.g. "HP LaserJet 4 on LPT1:." This string and the driver string, which is the name of the device driver file, uniquely identify an installed printer.
| Function | Summary |
|---|---|
| GetDefaultPrinter() | Gets the default printer |
| GetLayoutPrinter() | Gets the printer for a layout window |
| SetLayoutPrinter() | Sets the printer for the current layout window |
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