Printing FAQs
Which version of Crystal Reports does Spectrumsupport?
Crystal ReportsĀ® XI Professional and Crystal Reports 2011 Professional
If you are using Crystal Reports 2013 or 2016, the basic features are backward compatible. If you are utilizing new features specific to these versions, these can be used outside of Spectrum.
How is printing handled in the browser?
At the same time that the application provides a preview of the report in PDF format, it provides the option to print it.
Spectrum is a "zero footprint" application. This means that there is no software being installed on your computer.
As with all major upgrades though, you will want to test your custom reports and make any changes and updates as necessary.
How do I know which tables have been changed?
Table changes are outlined in each version's Release Notes.
What are "Saved Selections?"
This is the ability to save or store your report start screen settings. In earlier versions, these were called "Report Filters."
Is it possible to set up default templates for all of my users?
Yes, Administrators can assign a default template for each user.
What is the recommended PDF viewer?
Adobe Acrobat is the recommended PDF viewer for all reports. Acrobat Reader is available as a free download. To set up Acrobat as the default PDF viewer in Firefox, use the following procedure.
What are the recommended printer interface settings?
The Printer Interface settings vary depending on your workstation settings. More information can be found here.