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There is always a problem of knowing exactly what files are stored on
a disk. Neither keeping a directory on a separate page in a notebook nor
scribbling cryptic information on a small label is very handy. I have a
method of using the printer to copy the directory information and any
desired comments. The only requirements are the EPSON printer with
Graftrax+ (to use superscripts) and a magnifying glass (to read the
printed information). The resulting copy is just the right size to cut
and slip into the diskette envelope.
First, it is necessary to set the printer for condensed superscripts,
with a spacing between lines of 18/216" (or 6/72"). This can be done very
easily using the <ALT> key and numeric keypad. Be sure to hold down the
<ALT> key and press each number until the complete number is entered. The
procedure is as follows:
You type: COPY CON: LPT1:
<ALT>155 S <ALT>128 <CTRL>O <ALT>155 3 <ALT>18
<CTRL>Z
The printer is now set for very small printing. By typing <CTRL>
PrtSc, the printer will keep a log for you of every command. Thus, you
can type DIR/W and a wide directory will be listed. If you have a sorted
directory program called SD, then typing SD will produce the output on the
paper. Any time you wish to enter a comment before the directory listing
(perhaps to describe an entire disk) just use .. THIS IS A COMMENT LINE
starting in column 1.
Remember to type <CTRL> PrtSc again to cancel the printing. To reset
the printer to the power up state, type
COPY CON: LPT1:
<ALT>155 @
<CTRL>Z
Judith R. Epstein
Comptics
(312) 432-4973
Judith R. Epstein