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    Mac OS 8.5: LaserWriter 8.6 Printing Plug-ins Folder
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9/29/98
9/22/99
TOPIC

    After installing Mac OS 8.5, I noticed a new folder named "Printing Plug-ins" in my Extensions folder. What is this folder for?

DISCUSSION

    This is a new addition in LaserWriter 8.6, which is included in Mac OS 8.5. The Printing Plug-ins folder is created in the Extensions folder once a LaserWriter has been configured with LaserWriter 8.6.

    The Printing Plug-ins folder is for plug-in converter modules that convert certain types of documents into PostScript language output. These plug-ins allow you to print certain types of documents simply by dragging them onto your desktop printer icon.

    LaserWriter 8.6 does not ship with any plug-ins in the Printer Plug-ins folder; however, it has built-in plug-ins for the following types of documents:

    - PostScript
    - EPS
    - JPEG
    - PICT

    Developers may create additional plug-ins, which go into the Printing Plug-ins folder.


Document Information
Product Area: Mac OS System Software
Category: Mac OS 8.5
Sub Category: System Software Components

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