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# ppmtolj

> Convert a PPM file to an HP LaserJet PCL 5 Color file.
> More information: <https://netpbm.sourceforge.net/doc/ppmtolj.html>.

- Convert a PPM file to an HP LaserJet PCL 5 Color file:

`ppmtolj {{path/to/input.ppm}} > {{path/to/output.lj}}`

- Apply a gamma correction using the specified gamma value:

`ppmtolj {{[-g|-gamma]}} {{gamma}} {{path/to/input.ppm}} > {{path/to/output.lj}}`

- Specify the required resolution:

`ppmtolj {{[-r|-resolution]}} {{75|100|150|300|600}} {{path/to/input.ppm}} > {{path/to/output.lj}}`
