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^EG - Erase Downloaded Graphic

Deletes all graphic images from printer memory

^EG - Erase Downloaded Graphic

Overview

The ^EG or ~EG command deletes all graphic images (including label format images and hexadecimal images) from DRAM. This is a bulk deletion command that clears all graphics at once, not selectively. For selective deletion of specific graphics, use the ^ID command instead.

Syntax

^EG

or

~EG

Parameters

None - This command takes no parameters.

Description

  • Erases ALL downloaded graphics from DRAM
  • Non-selective deletion (removes everything at once)
  • Immediate effect that cannot be undone
  • Only affects DRAM (R:), not flash memory (B:)
  • Only erases graphics, not stored formats (use ^EF for formats)

Usage Notes

  • This is a bulk deletion command
  • Cannot be undone once executed
  • For selective deletion of specific graphics, use ^ID instead
  • Only clears DRAM-based graphics
  • To erase formats, use ^EF or ~EF
  • Useful for resetting printer graphics memory

Example

^XA
^EG
^XZ

Using Tilde Format

~EG

Selective Alternative

For selective deletion, use the ^ID command with wildcards:

^XA
^IDR:OLDLOGO.GRF
^XZ
  • ~DG - Download Graphic
  • ^XG - Recall Graphic
  • ^ID - Image Delete (selective deletion)
  • ^EF - Erase Format (for stored formats)
  • ^IM - Image Move
  • ^IL - Image Load

See Also