Microsoft KB Archive/312234

= EPS graphic is printed with a jagged appearance, or it is bitmapped, or the image is printed backwards and upside down in Office for Mac programs =

Article ID: 312234

Article Last Modified on 1/31/2007

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Excel X for Mac
 * Microsoft PowerPoint X for Mac
 * Microsoft Word X for Mac

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This article was previously published under Q312234



SYMPTOMS
When you print an Encapsulated PostScript (EPS) graphic from one of the Office X programs to a PostScript printer, the graphic is printed with a jagged appearance, or it is bitmapped, or the image is printed backwards and upside down.



CAUSE
This behavior is the result of changes in the Mac OS X operating system, which spools data to the printer differently than do earlier versions of the Mac OS. Because of this change, the PICT or bitmap graphic that is used as the EPS preview image is printed, instead of the EPS graphic.

NOTE: This behavior occurs no matter which PostScript printer or PPD file is used to print the image.



RESOLUTION
To resolve this problem, update your system to Mac OS X 10.1. For more information, visit the following Apple Web site:

http://www.apple.com/



WORKAROUND
To work around this problem, use a third-party graphics conversion utility or program to convert the EPS image to a different graphic format, and then reinsert the image into your document.



STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the &quot;Applies to&quot; section.



MORE INFORMATION
Microsoft provides third-party contact information to help you find technical support. This contact information may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this third-party contact information.

The third-party products that this article discusses are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

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