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' This example shows how the PRINTER object and the PrintTarget property
' can be used.
 
' When you run the example, type a short sentence in the text box first, then
' choose the command button to print. (Note: Your printer must be set up to
' print on LPT1: before you run this example.)
 
' To try this example:
' 1. Choose New Project from the File menu
' 2. Choose New Form from the File menu to create a form with:
'    • A wide text box
'    • Command button
' 3. Press Alt+F4 to return to the programming environment
' 4. Copy the code example below to the form module
' 5. Press F5 to run the example
 
 COMMON SHARED Sentence$
 
 SUB Command1_Click ()
     PRINTER.PrintTarget = "LPT1"
     PRINTER.PRINT Sentence$
 END SUB