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Post edited 6:09 pm – Dec. 19, 2008 by paulito75

An .XPS file is Mircosoft’s electronic paper format.  Similar to a .PDF file, same concept. 

How can I open the .xps file so that I can print it?

The easiest way is to install an XPS viewer.  Microsoft was gracious enough have created such an application.  (not sure why they just didn’t just make it as easy as a .PDF)

Download the Microsoft XPS Viewer here:
http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/…..ewxps.mspx

Download and install the XPS viewer by clicking on link labeled “Download the Microsoft XPS Viewer“

Run the installation and follow the instructions. 

Give it a try… you should be able to view the .XPS file and print it to real paper.

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