SoftwareAcronym

PCL (Printer Command Language)

A page description language developed by HP, widely used for business printing.

Detailed Explanation

Printer Command Language is a page description language developed by Hewlett-Packard and used across many printer brands. PCL6 (also called PCL-XL) is the most common version for modern business printing. It's efficient, fast, and ideal for text and simple graphics. PCL drivers are generally smaller and faster than PostScript drivers, making them suitable for most business applications.

Related Terms

PostScript

A page description language commonly used for professional graphics and publishing applications.

Print Driver

Software that allows your computer to communicate with and send print jobs to a copier or printer.

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