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Optimizing performance
Page size
The number of bytes on each logical page affect performance. The page size is mainly determined by page density and complexity, for example image scaling and resolution.
Page density
The page density affects performance more than the number of bytes on the page. Reduce the page density as much as possible.
Resolution
If possible, make sure the resolution of the input data is the same as the printer resolution.
Scaling
If possible, make sure that images do not need to be scaled by the printer control.
Fonts
Reduce the number of fonts used in a job. Switching between different fonts can affect printing speed. Use fonts that are stored in the printer if possible.
Redundancy
Avoid defining fonts, text orientation, and positioning unless it is required. Avoid unnecessary blank characters and lines that overlap. For uncompressed images, reduce the number of areas of white space if possible.
AFP objects
Reduce the number of objects, structured fields, and controls. Try to avoid switching between different AFP object types.
Representation
Use efficient representation, for example solid lines instead of dashed, and group data that uses the same font. Use compressed images instead of uncompressed, and where possible use IOCA images instead of GOCA images.
Optimizing printer efficiency for AFP throughput
There are several things to consider when optimizing printer efficiency for AFP output:
OpenText StreamServe 5.6 Updated: 2013-03-01