How to print labels using rest api?

AI generated answer (using internal Slack threads):

To print labels using REST API, you would need to create a script that sends the label file directly to the printer. Here's a general process based on the conversations: 1. First, you need to set up your printer to be able to receive and print files. This can be done by creating a batch file or shell script that sets the printer as the default handler for the specific file type (e.g., .zpl for Zebra printers). 2. For example, on Linux, you can use a shell script like this:

lpr -P $SHIPLABELPRINTER -o raw \"$1\"

where the first variable is the system printer name and the second is the filename. 3. On Windows, you can use a batch script like this:

Net use LPT2: PRINTERPATH
Copy %1 LPT2
Net use LPT2: /Delete

This script sets up a 'net use name' for the printer, sends the file to the printer, and then deletes the 'net use name'. 4. Once you have your script set up, you can set it as the default 'Open With...' option for the file type you're printing. This way, when you download a label, you can simply click on it to send it to the printer. 5. If you want to automate the process further, you can write a daemon that watches the download directory and sends files to the printer automatically. However, this is a more complex solution and may not be necessary depending on your needs. Remember to customize your script based on your specific printer and network setup. Also, ensure that the format of the label you are printing matches the size of the label. ****** Disclaimer: This response was generated by an artificial intelligence assistant based on previous conversations from multiple Slack channels, and may contain inaccuracies or mistakes. ******