Format Control Commands
^EF / ~EF - Erase Format
Erases stored format from memory
^EF / ~EF - Erase Format
Overview
The ^EF (or ~EF) command erases a previously stored label format from printer memory.
Syntax
^EFd:o.xor
~EFd:o.xParameters
- d = Device (R:, E:, B:, A:)
- R: = RAM (volatile memory)
- E: = Permanent storage (EPROM, Flash)
- B: = Optional memory (Flash card)
- A: = All memory devices
- o = Object name (up to 8 characters)
- x = Extension (.ZPL)
Description
- Deletes a stored label format from printer memory
- Frees up memory space for new formats
- Cannot be undone - format is permanently deleted
- Both ^ and ~ versions work identically
Usage Notes
- Specify the correct device where format was stored
- Object name must match exactly (case-sensitive)
- Use with caution - deletion is permanent
- If format doesn't exist, command is ignored
Example
^
Warnings
- Permanent Operation: Deleted formats cannot be recovered
- Always verify the format name before erasing
- In production environments, be careful with batch erasures
Related Commands
^DF- Download Format^XF- Recall Format^TO- Transfer Object
Device Types
| Device | Type | Volatility |
|---|---|---|
| R: | RAM | Volatile |
| E: | EPROM/Flash | Permanent |
| B: | Flash Card | Permanent |
| A: | All | Both |