Symptom
- Print a Crystal Report to a printer.
- Using the PrintToPrinter method in the Crystal Reports .NET SDK.
- Some of the data fields are truncated / clipped on the right side. Data is missing.
Environment
- Windows XP SP3
- Crystal Reports XI R2
- Printer: HP LaserJet 4000 and Canon iRC2550 (drivers are from Windows 2003 Server)
Cause
- The issue was caused by using incorrect printer drivers.
Resolution
Solution 1
- Use printer drivers specifically designed for the operating system you have installed.
- Don't use drivers from other OS'.
Solution 2
- The other solution is to turn on the Can Grow feature for the truncated field.
- This feature will force the field data to expand to a new line.
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Product
SAP Crystal Reports XI R2