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Xsan 2 Setup Guide
(PDF)
Explains how to set up a volume on a storage area network (SAN) using Xsan 2.
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Performance |
Guides |
2008-06-09
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Xsan Programming Guide
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes managing files and storage pools with Xsan.
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Performance |
Guides |
2006-05-23
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Xsan Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the Xsan API commands.
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Performance |
Reference |
2006-05-23
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64-Bit Guide for Carbon Developers
(HTML)
(PDF)
Explains the changes necessary to create a 64-bit executable version of a Carbon application.
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Porting |
Guides |
2007-12-11
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64-Bit Transition Guide
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the 64-bit features available in Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Guides |
2008-04-08
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Adopting Universal Binaries on Mac OS X
(HTML)
Learn about universal binaries and how to get your applications ready for Intel-based Macs.
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Porting |
Articles |
2005-08-26
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AGL Changes for Mac OS X Leopard (v. 10.5)
(HTML)
QA1523: This Q&A describes the new and deprecated APIs for Apple OpenGL (AGL)
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2008-01-04
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Apple Human Interface Guidelines
(HTML)
(PDF)
Introduces the Mac OS X user experience and explains how to design an application for Aqua.
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Porting |
Guides |
2008-06-09
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BasicPlugIn
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Uses the CFPlugin to locate, load, execute plugin. Derived from the SillyBalls sample.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2003-07-28
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Carbon Porting Tutorial
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Porting a simple application from Mac OS 9 to Mac OS X
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2006-07-25
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CarbonCocoa_PictureCursor
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Demonstrates how to use NSCursor from a Carbon based application.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2007-01-12
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CarbonCocoaCoreImageTab
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Carbon-based application creates a Cocoa-based web window which used CoreImage filters to transition between tabbed WebViews
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2006-07-25
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CarbonQuartzComposer_TV
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Demonstrates how to integrate Cocoa based QuartzComposer window into a Carbon based application
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2006-10-02
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CFPrefTopScores
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
How to access globally shared (writable) user preferences without requiring authentication.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2006-10-09
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Creating Cross-Platform Applications with Core Foundation and Open Source
(HTML)
Learn how to import and export data types across a range of platforms using CF-Lite.
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Porting |
Articles |
2005-04-11
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Current GDevice Dependencies
(HTML)
( )
QA1115: Describes potential problems with creating windows or ports when the current GDevice isn't the main device.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-02-13
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Customer-focused Software Design: Marratech Turns a Java App into a Mac App
(HTML)
Learn how Marratech used the Apple Developer Connection to help port its Java-based application.
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Porting |
Articles |
2003-11-10
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Detecting Classic and Carbon X Environments
(HTML)
()
OV03: Describes how to find out if your application is running in the Classic environment in Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2000-10-16
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Embedding Bonjour in Windows Applications
(HTML)
TN2210: Details the proper steps necessary for a Windows Developer to include Bonjour for Windows in their application.
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2008-01-17
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The Gamma function in the Mac OS X 10.2 Math Library
(HTML)
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QA1143: How various gamma functions are implemented in Mac OS X
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-08-27
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GCC Porting Guide
(HTML)
(PDF)
Provides guidance on how to migrate projects to new GCC releases.
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Porting |
Guides |
2006-10-03
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Going Universal: Audio Developers Catch the Wave
(HTML)
Learn how audio developers who built universal binaries of their applications are reaping the benefits.
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Porting |
Articles |
2006-07-18
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HID Calibrator
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Human Interface Device Manager Calibrator sample
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2008-05-07
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HID Config Save
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Human Interface Device Manager Configuration sample
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2008-05-07
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HID LED test tool
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
HID Manager sample project that shows how to set and clear keyboard LEDs.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2008-07-25
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HIView-NSView
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Demonstrates how to embed an NSView within an HIView in a Carbon window.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2007-05-29
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Identifying Java on Mac OS X
(HTML)
TN2110: Discovering installed versions of J2SE, Mac OS X from Java code.
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2008-05-07
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Jar Bundler User Guide
(HTML)
(PDF)
Conceptual information and a tutorial about deploying JAR-based applications as Mac OS X application bundles.
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Porting |
Guides |
2006-05-23
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Java Development Guide for Mac OS X
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes what you need to take into account when developing and deploying a Java application on Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Guides |
2008-10-15
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Java on Intel-based Macs
(HTML)
QA1295: Required changes (if any) for Java applications to run on Intel-based Macs.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2006-10-17
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LocalServer
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Deprecated - Sample demonstrates how a Classic process can communicate with a Mac OS X process using IP networking protocols.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2003-01-30
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MoreIsBetter
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Library providing indispensable wrapers and workarounds for many areas of Mac OS programming.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2003-10-27
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Moving Your Project from CodeWarrior to Xcode
(HTML)
Get started moving your project from CodeWarrior to Xcode.
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Porting |
Articles |
2005-11-28
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New Control Styles available within J2SE 5.0 on Mac OS X 10.5
(HTML)
TN2196: Details what new control styles are available within J2SE 5.0 on Mac OS X 10.5
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2007-11-02
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New HID Manager APIs for Mac OS X version 10.5
(HTML)
TN2187: Mac OS X version 10.5 introduces new APIs for the HID Manager.
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2008-01-23
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OTScheduleDeferredTask When Task Running
(HTML)
()
NW52: Describes what happens when you use OTScheduleDefferedTask to schedule a task that is running.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
1997-10-13
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Packaging UNIX Software
(HTML)
Explains how to post UNIX and other command-line tools to Apple's Macintosh Product Guide.
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Porting |
Guides |
2001-04-20
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Porting CodeWarrior Projects to Xcode
(HTML)
(PDF)
Explains how to move software projects from CodeWarrior to Xcode and compares the two development environments.
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Porting |
Guides |
2006-10-26
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Porting Command Line Unix Tools to Mac OS X
(HTML)
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TN2071: A general guide for Unix developers porting software to Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2003-09-03
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Porting Drivers to Mac OS X
(HTML)
(PDF)
Tips and code samples to help UNIX/Linux device driver developers bring their drivers to Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Guides |
2009-05-06
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Porting Multithreaded Applications from Win32 to Mac OS X
(HTML)
Learn how Mac OS X handles multithreading, before porting your Win32 application.
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Porting |
Articles |
2005-06-20
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Porting to Mac OS X from Windows Win32 API
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes how to port your Windows Win32 applications to Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Guides |
2009-05-06
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Porting UNIX/Linux Applications to Mac OS X
(HTML)
(PDF)
Conceptual information and tips about porting UNIX and Linux applications to Mac OS X.
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Porting |
Guides |
2008-04-08
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Problems recording CopyBits into a PICT on Mac OS X 10.2
(HTML)
()
QA1189: Identifies a problem with CopyBits and PICT on Mac OS X 10.2 and gives a simple workaround.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-11-19
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QDFlushPortBuffer
(HTML)
()
QD65: Describes a possible solution for window update problems under Carbon.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2000-11-08
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QDSwapPort
(HTML)
()
QA1128: Explains when to use QDSwapPort.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-11-06
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QuartzShapes
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Example Quartz functions that implement equivalents to the QuickDraw PaintArc, FrameArc, PaintOval, FrameOval, PaintRect, and FrameRect
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2005-03-08
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QuickDraw Text Anti-Aliasing using Quartz 2D
(HTML)
()
QA1193: Describes APIs added to Mac OS X to allow applications to draw QD text using CG anti-aliasing.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-10-29
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Scoping Your Transition Projects
(HTML)
Learn how to transition to Intel-based Macs.
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Porting |
Articles |
2005-09-27
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ScriptBuildPhases
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Augmenting Project Builder build phases with scripts to do extra work or invoke other tools.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2003-01-14
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SDKExample
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Shows how to weak-link against the Carbon framework in various SDKs to adopt new OS features in a single executable.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2005-06-06
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Server Processes and the Dock
(HTML)
()
QA1328: Discusses using headless AWT from Java server applications that need to be hidden.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2004-01-19
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Setting environment variables for user processes
(HTML)
QA1067: Tells how to set environment variables for user processes.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2001-10-25
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simpleJavaLauncher
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
How to launch 1.4.x and future JVM's from a Core Foundation tool.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2006-04-12
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Static linking of user binaries on Mac OS X
(HTML)
()
QA1118: Explains why static linking of user binaries is not supported on Mac OS X, and possible workarounds.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2002-02-07
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Switching from Code Warrior to Xcode
(HTML)
Learn how to import your projects from CodeWarrior.
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Porting |
Articles |
2003-10-24
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Symbol Variants Release Notes
(HTML)
Describes symbol variants, a way of providing multiple versions of symbols for backwards compatibility.
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Porting |
Release Notes |
2007-10-16
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TCP/IP Option Sizes
(HTML)
()
NW62: Enumerates the TCP/IP options and their sizes for Open Transport.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
1999-04-26
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Tiger Developer Overview Series: Developing 64-bit Applications
(HTML)
Learn how Mac OS X Tiger breaks the limitations of 32-bit computing.
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Porting |
Articles |
2004-12-20
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Uniquely Identifying a Macintosh Computer
(HTML)
()
TN1103: How to identify a specific Macintosh computer.
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Porting |
Technical Notes |
2006-04-25
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UpdateXcodeSubprojects
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Updates all subprojects of an Xcode project to Xcode 2.1 format. Illustrates scripting techniques.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2005-06-06
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Upgrading to the Mac OS X HIToolbox
(HTML)
(PDF)
A porting guide for Carbon developers seeking to adopt Mac OS X HIToolbox features such as nib-based windows and HIViews.
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Porting |
Guides |
2004-06-28
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X11 FAQ
(HTML)
()
QA1232: Frequently Asked Questions about using Apple's X Window System (X11) implementation.
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Porting |
Technical Q&As |
2003-11-17
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X11CallCarbonAndCocoa
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Demonstrates a double clickable X11 application which performs various "native" Mac OS X operations.
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Porting |
Sample Code |
2003-07-28
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Are the Name Registry device tree nodes unique?
(HTML)
Deprecated - HW64: Discusses whether Name Registry nodes copied from the Open Firmware device tree are unique.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
1999-10-11
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ATSUI and MLTE Printing
(HTML)
()
Deprecated - QD64: Describes a way to get MLTE and ATSUI text to print through the QuickDraw bottlenecks.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2000-11-08
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Bonjour Printer Subtype for HTTP
(HTML)
QA1555: Describes how printer vendors can register their bonjour service such that Safari can see them.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2008-03-25
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Carbon Printing Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the C API used by Carbon applications to provide a user interface for printing.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-07-24
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CarbonQuartzDrawingWPrinting
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Deprecated - Demonstrates mixing QuickDraw and Quartz 2D drawing both on screen and during printing.
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Printing |
Sample Code |
2003-01-14
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CarbonSketch
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Core Graphics only example of a Sketch application implemented with HIToolbox. Shows 1x1-CGBitmapContext for hit-testing, printing.
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Printing |
Sample Code |
2005-03-23
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CGContext Bounds
(HTML)
QA1048: Explains how to determine the bounds of a CGContext.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2001-07-02
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CGContextAddLineToPoint, CGContextAddCurveToPoint, et. al.
(HTML)
QA1049: Explains why the CGContextAddXYZ APIs don't draw anything immediately.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2001-07-02
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CGContextClosePath
(HTML)
QA1046: Explains when you should call CGContextClosePath.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2001-10-02
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Checking for the Printer Driver
(HTML)
Deprecated - DV42: Describes a legacy Mac OS technique avoiding system hangs when using serial drivers on USB systems.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2000-06-19
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Cocoa PDE with Carbon Printing
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
Application that uses a Cocoa PDE along with the Carbon Printing APIs.
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Printing |
Sample Code |
2007-07-27
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Combinations of cupsColorSpace, cupsColorOrder and cupsBitsPerColor values supported by Mac OS X
(HTML)
QA1368: Table of supported combinations of cupsColorSpace, cupsColorOrder and cupsBitsPerColor values supported by Mac OS X.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2005-08-10
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Core Printing Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the C API that provides an abstraction layer for application printing.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-07-24
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Creating Printing Presets for iPhoto
(HTML)
(PDF)
Rules for creating and installing printer-specific collections of settings. Includes a sample file.
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Printing |
Guides |
2005-07-07
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Detecting low printer ink levels
(HTML)
TN2144: How to detect printer supply levels using a low ink tool
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Printing |
Technical Notes |
2005-06-29
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Drawing a Path Multiple Times
(HTML)
QA1047: Explains that path drawing operations consume the path.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2001-07-02
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The Enhanced Print Apple Event
(HTML)
TN2082: Describes an enhancement to the print Apple event that gives developers more control over scripted printing.
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Printing |
Technical Notes |
2003-12-09
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Extending Printing Dialogs
(HTML)
(PDF)
A guide to developing printing dialog extensions, including basic concepts and a documented Carbon-based sample project.
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Printing |
Guides |
2006-10-03
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Gathering all PostScript Printer Descriptions (PPDs)
(HTML)
QA1529: Describes a work around for an issue in PMCopyAvailablePPDs on Mac OS X 10.4 and below
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2008-08-08
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Generating a Non-Maskable Interrupt (NMI)
(HTML)
()
QA1264: Explains how to generate a non-maskable interrupt (NMI) on modern Macintosh systems.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2008-10-13
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Getting a Packet Trace
(HTML)
()
QA1176: Lists tools available for looking at the network packets on the wire.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2008-06-03
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How do I use PMSessionGetGraphicsContext to get a CGContextRef?
(HTML)
()
Deprecated - QA1216: Describes how to use PMSessionSetDocumentFormatGeneration and PMSessionGetGraphicsContext to get a CGContextRef for printing.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2003-02-25
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How to measure CG text
(HTML)
QA1051: Explains how to measure Core Graphics text.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2007-08-02
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Mac OS X Printing System Overview
(HTML)
(PDF)
Introduces Apple's printing architecture. Includes a road map for developing software.
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Printing |
Guides |
2006-02-07
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Mixing link-local IP addresses and routable IP addresses
(HTML)
QA1357: Explains how to enable communication between devices with link-local addresses and devices with routable addresses.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2005-07-06
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New PPD keywords available in Mac OS X version 10.3
(HTML)
QA1352: Describes the new PPD keywords available for CUPS filters in Mac OS X 10.3.
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Printing |
Technical Q&As |
2004-05-26
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NSBox Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a view that can display its border and a title.
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Printing |
Reference |
2008-10-15
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NSHost Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a representation of a network host.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-03-24
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NSPageLayout Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a printing dialog for querying the user about page layout.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-04-11
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NSPrinter Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a representation of a printer as specified by a PPD file.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-01-29
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NSPrintInfo Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the print settings used for a print job.
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Printing |
Reference |
2009-01-06
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NSPrintOperation Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a print job.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-03-02
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NSPrintPanel Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes a print dialog.
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Printing |
Reference |
2007-07-16
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NSView Class Reference
(HTML)
(PDF)
Describes the interface for drawing, event handling, and printing in views.
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Printing |
Reference |
2009-02-04
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Obtaining 16 Bits-Per-Color Data with CUPS Raster Printing
(HTML)
TN2149: Obtaining 16 Bits-Per-Color Data with CUPS Raster Printing
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Printing |
Technical Notes |
2005-08-24
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OutputBins2PDE
(HTML)
(DMG)
(ZIP)
A Printer PDE demonstrating new features in 10.5
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Printing |
Sample Code |
2008-02-08
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