Windows: Get default printer

Get the name of the default printer.

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Get the name of the default printer.

Runs on: Windows only.

Add it to a process

In the process designer, open the Add step tab. Find Get default printer under Windows, or type its name in the search box, and drag it onto the canvas.

Fields

FieldRequiredWhat it does
VariableNoVariable to store the printer's name

What it gives back

  • {printer} – The default printer's name

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