How to convert prn to pdf via command line?

A PRN file is a special type of file which contains instructions for a printer, it tells the printer what to print on the page and where as well as which paper tray to use, what the paper size is and a number of other controls. If you want to view a prn file, although it is not viewed so much, you need a tool to convert prn to pdf, a universal document format, or other easily readable formats. The VeryPDF.com introduces you PCL Converter command line, with which you can convert prn to pdf or other document formats effortlessly. For details, please see below!

Step1, Downloading&Installing PCL Converter command line

  1. click the link to open https://www.verypdf.com/pcltools/index.html
  2. go to  VeryPDF PCL Converter command line
  3. press “Download” and save file

During the installing process, you are bound to see below window box.

installing interface of PCL Converter command line

There are two ways to experience PCL Converter command line: one is to press “try”, the other one to press “Buy now”. The former one means you are entitled 50times free of charge to experience this wonderful software. The latter one means you purchase it for permanent use.

Step2, Launching the MS-DOS command prompt window

You are bound to launch MS-DOS command prompt window. Because the command line is bound to be operated under the MS-DOS environment. The procedure is easy, and the following pictures will guide you.

Press  “start”>choose “Run”>input “cmd”>press “ok”

way to launch MS-DOS command prompt window

When the following appears, you will have the MS-DOS command prompt window.

command prompt

Step3, Inputting command line

Input the command line to convert prn to pdf, it goes below

pcltool.exe C:\in.prn C:\out.pdf

where

  • C:\in.prn is to specify a pcl filename or a directory for input,
  • C:\out.pdf is to specify the pdf file name for output.

Once the input is done, press “enter” key, you will see,

detailed operation on command line displayed in command prompt

                    Picture command prompt window

When you see “result=ok”, it means the program has gone through.  

Step4, Checking file

Open the output file to check if px3 has been converted to pdf file, screenshots again.

pdf file

pdf file

So far, you have successfully converted prn to pdf so as to you can read your prn file in pdf document format. For inquiry, please visit at www.verypdf.com.

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