ppdi
Import PPD files into CUPS driver format
TLDR
Import PPD files
$ ppdi [file.ppd]
Import to specific directory$ ppdi -d [output_dir] [file.ppd]
Import multiple files$ ppdi [file1.ppd] [file2.ppd]
SYNOPSIS
ppdi [options] files
DESCRIPTION
ppdi imports existing PPD (PostScript Printer Description) files into the CUPS driver source format (.drv). This is the reverse operation of ppdc, allowing administrators to convert standalone PPD files into the compact driver source format for easier maintenance and distribution.
The imported driver source files can then be edited to add new printer models or modify options, and recompiled with ppdc. This workflow simplifies managing large collections of printer definitions by consolidating them into shared driver source files.
PARAMETERS
FILES
Input PPD files.-d DIR
Output directory.-o FILE
Output file name.
CAVEATS
CUPS specific. Creates driver source files.
HISTORY
ppdi is part of CUPS for PPD file importing.
