Using the PCL DriverChapter 3: Printing v 3-15Graphics Options When you select this tab, you can set the various graphicsoptions for the driver.Gray ScaleGray Scale (also known as Half Tone) refers to a type ofpattern that is applied to printed images. By usingcombinations of black dots, these patterns produce a grayappearance on the printed page. The best way to choose aHalftoning setting for your graphic image is toexperiment. Print a graphic image at each setting andchoose the one you like best.The Windows 95/98 driver provides the followingoptions:• Photographic Images (the default setting)Use this setting for printed images that you want tohave a smooth, realistic and photographic appearance.It provides soft contrasts between various shades ofgray (and also works well for images originallydesigned with color).• Line Art ImagesChoose this setting for graphic images with intricatelines and fine detail, like clip art graphics. It providessolid lines and sharp contrasts between shaded areas.• Scanned ImagesChoose this setting if your graphic images wereoriginally scanned in through a scanner. It is speciallytuned to provide exceptional quality and clarity toprinted images originally scanned with a scanner.The Windows NT 4.0 driver provides more controls foradjusting contrast, brightness, gamma, etc.
