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Print ZPL files

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contrariness Posted messages 17905 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   -
Hello,

I'm posting this message because I have a question.
I bought a thermal transfer printer that is supposed to be capable of printing labels in ZPL and DPL format. Printer reference:
https://www.hprt.com/Product/4-inch-Direct-Thermal-Shipping-Label-Printer.html

My question is as follows: how do I print a ZPL file?
I installed the printer drivers, and it is recognized by Windows.

I don't understand how to print my labels in ZPL format.
I can only open these files with a text editor, but when I start printing, many characters are printed, but not the label.

Do I need to install software that can interpret ZPL files?
I can't find any.

Thank you for your help :)

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    contrariness Posted messages 17905 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   6 243
     
    The ZPL format is a file format for Zebra printers. Your printer seems to be expecting a file with a BAS extension.
    https://www.hprt.com/hprt/files/product_down_file/model/83/classify/43.html
    Try renaming the file...
    At first glance, it seems to be a text format file...

    However, since you have a graphic mode in the driver, try printing as an image...

    In my opinion, it depends on the software from which you are initiating your print... You should ask the manufacturer what they recommend...
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