[Solution] How to Intercept All Print Outputs Using Real and Virtual Printers?

In this detailed guide, we will explore how to intercept all print outputs using both real and virtual printers. This method involves renaming your actual printer and installing a virtual printer that acts as an intermediary. The virtual printer captures the print job, processes it (e.g., adding a watermark), and then sends it to the real printer. Here's how to set up this system step by step:

Step 1: Rename the Real Printer

First, you need to rename your actual printer. This step is crucial as it allows you to set up the virtual printer to intercept print jobs intended for the real printer.

1. Open the Control Panel on your Windows PC.
2. Navigate to Devices and Printers.
3. Locate your real printer, for example, "HP LaserJet Professional P1109w WIFI".
4. Right-click on the printer and select Printer properties.
5. Go to the General tab and change the printer name to "My Real Printer".
6. Click Apply and then OK.

Step 2: Install VeryPDF Virtual Printer

Next, install the VeryPDF virtual printer on your system. VeryPDF offers a range of virtual printer solutions that can capture print jobs and process them.

1. Download the VeryPDF virtual printer software from their official website.

   ✅ PDF Virtual Printer SDK Based on Postscript Printer Driver for Developer Royalty Free,
   https://veryutils.com/pdf-virtual-printer

   ✅ VeryPDF Document Printer,
   https://www.verypdf.com/app/document-converter/index.html

   ✅ VeryPDF PDFcamp Printer,
   https://www.verypdf.com/app/pdfcamp-printer/index.html

   ✅ VeryPDF Mini EMF Printer Driver,
   https://www.verypdf.com/app/mini-emf-printer-driver/index.html

2. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
3. Once installed, the virtual printer will appear in your list of printers.

Step 3: Rename the Virtual Printer

To ensure the virtual printer can intercept the print jobs meant for your real printer, rename the virtual printer to the name of your original printer.

1. Open Control Panel and navigate to Devices and Printers.
2. Locate the VeryPDF virtual printer you just installed.
3. Right-click on the virtual printer and select Printer properties.
4. Go to the General tab and change the printer name to "HP LaserJet Professional P1109w WIFI".
5. Click Apply and then OK.

Step 4: Print to the Virtual Printer

With the setup complete, users can now print documents to "HP LaserJet Professional P1109w WIFI", which is actually the VeryPDF virtual printer.

1. When a user selects "HP LaserJet Professional P1109w WIFI" as the printer, the print job is sent to the VeryPDF virtual printer instead of the real printer.
2. The VeryPDF software captures the print job and processes it.

Step 5: Process the Print Job

The VeryPDF virtual printer can convert the captured print job into various formats and add watermarks or perform other modifications.

1. The print job is converted to formats such as PDF, PS, XPS, TIFF, JPG, PNG, etc.
2. VeryPDF software can add watermarks, headers, footers, or any other desired modifications to the document.

Step 6: Send to the Real Printer

After processing, the VeryPDF software sends the modified print content to "My Real Printer".

1. The virtual printer software automatically routes the processed document to "My Real Printer".
2. The real printer receives the job and prints the final document with all the applied modifications.

Step 7: Complete the Printing Process

The real printer prints the final document, completing the printing process.

Automation

All these steps are automated, ensuring a seamless and efficient printing process. Once set up, users will not notice any difference in their printing experience, but the documents will be intercepted and processed as needed.

Benefits

• Enhanced Security: The virtual printer can add watermarks, track print jobs, and ensure that sensitive information is protected.
• Format Conversion: Print jobs can be converted into different formats, providing flexibility in document handling.
• Centralized Control: Administrators can control and monitor print jobs from a central point, improving management and oversight.

If you have any questions or need further assistance with setting up this system, please feel free to contact us.

http://support.verypdf.com/open.php

VeryPDF

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