What is the File Extension .ppd?
There are many different common file extensions used in personal computers. While the extensions of file types most users interact with, such as .jpg, .mp3 and .doc are familiar and generally understood, other file extensions, such as .ppd, are more ambiguous.
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Name
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The file extension .ppd stands for PostScript Printer Description. These files are more commonly known as "printer drivers."
Installation
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PostScript Printer Description files are installed as part of personal computers' system files during installation of the operating system, or installed later with the software included with a printer.
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Function
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A PostScript Printer Description file describes the specific capabilities and features of a particular make and model of printer, including the available paper sizes, fonts and printing resolutions.
File Creation
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PostScript Printer Description files are written by printer manufacturers to allow personal computers to properly interface with each new model of printer produced.
Invention
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The PostScript Printer Description file type was created by Adobe, which also developed the PostScript language the files use as a standard language for printer drivers.
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