Printzipio
Printzipio is a hypothetical open standard and software framework designed to enable interoperable and privacy-preserving digital printing environments. It aims to standardize job submission, printer capability discovery, color management, and document security across manufacturers, while supporting a modular plugin architecture that can be extended by vendors and institutions.
Origins and development: The concept emerged in the early 2020s in open community discussions addressing vendor
Architecture and features: Printzipio defines a client–server model where clients submit print jobs to a central
Adoption and impact: The framework is designed to reduce fragmentation in printing workflows and improve privacy.
See also: Internet Printing Protocol, PostScript, Printer Command Language, color management.