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Print PDF in Preview error, fix?

Command P

select "save as PDF"

pop up: "error while printing"

tips to resolve?

using Catalina

iOS 10.15.1



MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.15

Posted on Dec 10, 2019 2:01 PM

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Posted on Dec 10, 2019 2:34 PM

There are several threads here about this:


1) Use an AirPrint or generic PS/PCL printer, not a printer added with vendor drivers; it doesn't need to be real printer

2) Use "Open in Preview" from the pdf menu in the print dialog

3) Use Preview, File->Export as PDF…

4) Open the PDF in Safari, where Print->Save as PDF works.

5) Turn on "Use Generic Printer Features" in the printer's proxy


https://discussions.apple.com/thread/250739086


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Dec 10, 2019 2:34 PM in response to rstradt

There are several threads here about this:


1) Use an AirPrint or generic PS/PCL printer, not a printer added with vendor drivers; it doesn't need to be real printer

2) Use "Open in Preview" from the pdf menu in the print dialog

3) Use Preview, File->Export as PDF…

4) Open the PDF in Safari, where Print->Save as PDF works.

5) Turn on "Use Generic Printer Features" in the printer's proxy


https://discussions.apple.com/thread/250739086


Print PDF in Preview error, fix?

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