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# lpoptions

> Display or set printer options and defaults.
> See also: `lpadmin`.
> More information: <https://openprinting.github.io/cups/doc/man-lpoptions.html>.

- Set the default printer:

`lpoptions -d {{printer}}/{{instance}}`

- List printer-specific options of a specific printer:

`lpoptions -d {{printer}} -l`

- Set a new option on a specific printer:

`lpoptions -d {{printer}} -o {{option}}`

- Remove the options of a specific printer:

`lpoptions -d {{printer}} -x`
