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lp - Send files to printer
Overview
The lp command send files to printer.
Syntax
lp [OPTIONS] [ARGUMENTS]
Basic Usage Examples
# Basic usage
lp
# Get help
lp --help
# Check version
lp --version
Common Options
-h, --help- Display help information-v, --version- Show version information-V, --verbose- Enable verbose output (if supported)
Description
The lp command is part of the other category in Linux systems. It provides essential functionality for send files to printer.
Refer to the manual page (man lp) for detailed information about all available options and usage patterns.
Common Use Cases
- Basic Operations: Simple usage scenarios
- System Administration: Administrative tasks
- Automation: Script integration
- Troubleshooting: Diagnostic usage
Related Commands
- Other commands in the
othercategory - System utilities for similar operations