Toshiba Satellite M20-S258 User Guide - Page 97

Learning the Basics Printing your work 97 File names If you plan to share your files with a computer using a preWindows® 95 version of the Windows® operating system, the file name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to three additional characters. You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters and '. MS-DOS® file names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces. Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft® Word saves files with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of ".doc" is assumed to be a Microsoft® Word file. Creating your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly. Printing your work Your computer must be connected to the printer before you can print. Depending on your type of printer, you may also need to install printer software (drivers). For more information see "Connecting a local printer" on page 65. HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows® XP operating system to run with the additional printer(s). If you are connected to the printer and have installed the necessary printer software, you are ready to print.