[cups] Print to File Using CUPS

[Helge Blischke]

Am 07.07.2014 um 21:04 schrieb Sy Bensky:

> Hi,
>
> OS: Max OSX 10.8.5 (Mountain Lion)
> CUPS Version: 1.6.2
>
> I am trying to write a "Print to File" printer for CUPS.
>
> I wrote  a backend (C language) that reads from standard input and  
> writes
> to a file in the spool directory.
>
> I will be configuring for an HP LaserJet (Generic PostScript Printer).
>
> I have read the material on drivers, filters and backends in the  
> CUPS book.
>
> I am not sure how to put the various pieces (filter, PPD and backend)
> together to install the "Print to File" printer.
>
> Any help would be appreciated.
>
> Sy Bensky
>

For a working example, look at
http://sourceforge.net/projects/cupsaddons/files/backend-prtofile/

Helge