Print layout engine for Linux. Fully ICC aware

[crenedecotret]

Hello,

I just wanted to make everyone aware that I created a print layout engine for Linux, similar to what's in Qimage for windows users but only with a subset of features that I needed. This is completely open source and available on github https://github.com/crenedecotret/vibeprint

Would love to hear someone comments. I've mentionned it on reddit and on pixls and I think only one person has tried it in a month

Please make sure you try plain paper before going for expensive art paper

 

[pharmacist]

Can this software also print with color management disabled for print targets ? Problem is the right linux Epson/Canon driver that can handle media types and resolution, unlike Windows/Mac drivers.

 

[ThrillaMozilla]

Sorry, I'm backlogged and can't try it right now.

But I think it's worth mentioning that the printing environment in Linux and Windows varies between passable and awful, in my opinion. The problem I have with Linux printing is an astonishing inability to print certain sizes on my Epson ET-8550. For example, I can't print 11" x 17"! On Windows one problem is the dreaded double profiling, i.e. applying an ICC profile twice. It's an unbelievable nightmare to know what your software is doing. The objection I have to QImage is that it's somewhat of a Swiss Army program. I just need something that prints and does what it's supposed to.

If your engine can handle those problems and can do basic print jobs simply and without problems and pitfalls, then I'm all in.