Print command-line tool reference
Applies to: Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012
Information and links to each of the associated print command-line tools:
Command | Description |
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lpq | Displays the status of a print queue on a computer running Line printer Daemon (LPD). |
lpr | Sends a file to a computer or printer sharing device running the Line printer Daemon (LPD) service in preparation for printing. |
Net print | Displays information about a specified printer queue, displays information about a specified print job, or controls a specified print job. |
Sends a text file to a printer. | |
prncnfg | Configures or displays configuration information about a printer. |
prndrvr | Adds, deletes, and lists printer drivers. |
prnjobs | Pauses, resumes, cancels, and lists print jobs. |
prnmngr | Adds, deletes, and lists printers or printer connections, in addition to setting and displaying the default printer. |
prnport | Creates, deletes, and lists standard TCP/IP printer ports, in addition to displaying and changing port configuration. |
prnqctl | Prints a test page, pauses or resumes a printer, and clears a printer queue. |
pubprn | Publishes a printer to the active directory directory service. |
rundll32 printui.dll,printUIEntry | Enables you to automate the installation and configuration of printers using scripts or the command prompt. |