A Real-World Use Case for HookPrinter SDK on Windows XP, 7, 10 and 11
Many companies rely on industrial systems that generate print jobs through third-party software, with no way to customize or modify how those jobs are created. In these environments, having a tool that can capture every print job, save it as a PDF, and automatically forward the job to the printer—without disrupting the workflow—is essential.
One such solution is VeryPDF HookPrinter SDK, which allows seamless integration into existing Windows environments to capture and manage print jobs. Below is a detailed overview of a real-world use case and how HookPrinter SDK fits in.
![[Solution] How to Capture and Upload Print Jobs as PDF Files to FTP While Automatically Forwarding to a Physical Printer](https://veryutils.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image.png "[Solution] How to Capture and Upload Print Jobs as PDF Files to FTP While Automatically Forwarding to a Physical Printer")
✅ Use Case Overview
A company approached us with the following scenario:
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Environment: Six Windows laptops, each controlling a different industrial machine and connected to a local or network printer.
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Operating Systems: Windows XP (SP3, 32-bit), Windows 7 (64-bit), and Windows 10 Enterprise (64-bit).
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Software Constraints: Print jobs are initiated by third-party applications, which cannot be modified or reprogrammed.
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Primary Goal:
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Intercept all print jobs and save them as PDF files
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Upload the captured PDFs to a remote cloud server via FTP
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Forward each print job to the laptop’s default printer, maintaining an uninterrupted user experience
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Two Critical Features Needed
To meet their objectives, the customer required the following features:
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FTP Upload of Captured Print Files
Automatically send the intercepted PDF files to a cloud server using the FTP protocol. -
Print Forwarding to Default Printer
Ensure that every print job, once captured, is sent to the printer so the end-user’s workflow remains unchanged.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
✅ Does HookPrinter SDK support this type of behavior across Windows XP, 7, and 10?
Yes.
HookPrinter SDK works reliably across all the platforms mentioned:
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Windows XP (SP3, 32-bit)
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Windows 7 (64-bit)
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Windows 10 Enterprise (64-bit)
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Windows 11 (64-bit)
The SDK can capture print jobs from any application without requiring changes to the third-party software generating them.
Does the free trial version allow us to test this full workflow?
Partially.
The trial version of HookPrinter SDK lets you test the basic print job capture functionality—saving printed content as PDF files.
However, the two essential features—FTP upload and print forwarding—are not included in the trial. These capabilities require a custom-built extension to the SDK.
Can we get FTP upload and print forwarding developed for our environment?
Yes.
We can provide a fully integrated solution that includes:
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Automatic FTP upload of each PDF to your server
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Transparent forwarding of the print job to your local or network printer
These features will be tailored to your setup to ensure seamless performance across all six workstations and operating systems. Please contact us for a quote for this custom development.
Next Steps
If you're evaluating HookPrinter SDK for your industrial workflow:
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Try the free version to confirm that it can reliably capture print jobs as PDF files on your systems.
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Contact us if you would like to move forward with enabling FTP upload and print forwarding.
We will be happy to provide a quote and discuss implementation details.
Contact Us
For pricing, custom development inquiries, and technical support, please reach out to:
VeryPDF Support Team
http://support.verypdf.com/
By combining the powerful print interception features of HookPrinter SDK with customized FTP and print forwarding modules, you can streamline document capture and maintain a smooth printing workflow without modifying your existing software stack.
Let us help you build a solution that works quietly and efficiently in the background—so your team doesn’t even notice it’s there.