[Novalug] Viewing/Printing/Exporting a pdf document

Nino Pereira pereira at speakeasy.net
Sat Jan 31 13:31:30 EST 2009


Jon,

I suggested
>> You can find all kinds of ways to deal with .pdf files with the command
>> (in a text window):
>>
>> ls -l /usr/bin/*pdf*
>>
> 
but without any implication that this gives a complete list. It is
just something I found out how to do for myself.

> many of the readers do not have "pdf" in their name.

But, I like your command,

> complete list with 'man -k pdf'
> 
much better. Now I know about the '-k' option on 'man'.

This list is a great way to learn from more experienced
people. Keep the suggestions coming, provided that they
are clear and complete enough for non-professionals.
Otherwise, it comes across more as boastful braying than
humble helping.

Nino



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