lpq

Additional Notes

lpq is a printing command used to show print queue status. It displays the current print queue, showing job IDs, sizes, and statuses for queued documents.

Use lpq -P PRINTER to check a specific printer. The System V-style equivalent is lpstat -o.

Syntax

lpq [options] [arguments]

Parameters

• options: Flags that change how lpq behaves.
• printer: Printer name or destination queue.
• job: Print job ID to inspect or manage.

Common Options

• --help: Show command help when supported.
• --version: Show version information when supported.

Examples

lpq --help
man lpq

Practical Notes

Options can vary by distribution and package version. Use man lpq, lpq --help, or the package documentation for exact syntax.