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Printscan Debug Command in ChromeOS: Printing and Scanning Diagnostics

The printscan_debug command in ChromeOS assists with diagnosing and debugging issues related to printing and scanning. This tool is valuable for collecting logs and reproducing issues for further investigation.

Syntax

printscan_debug <start|stop> [all|scanning|printing]

Options

  • start: Begins collecting debug logs for the specified type (all, scanning, or printing).
  • stop: Stops collecting debug logs.
  • all: Collect logs for both printing and scanning.
  • scanning: Collect logs specifically for scanning-related issues.
  • printing: Collect logs specifically for printing-related issues.

Purpose

This command is designed to simplify troubleshooting of printer and scanner issues on ChromeOS devices. By capturing detailed logs, it helps developers and support personnel identify the root cause of problems.

Use Cases

Example Usage

Start Collecting Logs for Both Printing and Scanning

printscan_debug start all

Collect Logs Specifically for Scanning

printscan_debug start scanning

Stop Collecting Logs

printscan_debug stop

Notes

  • Ensure that you reproduce the issue while logging is active to capture relevant details.
  • Logs collected by this command can be analyzed using developer tools or shared with support for further assistance.
  • This command does not persist logs beyond the session, so it must be manually initiated each time debugging is required.