Ghostscript Portable

Ghostscript Portable 9.09

Windows / PortableApps / 923 / Full spec
Description

Ghostscript Portable - The Ultimate Developer Tool for PostScript and PDF Files

If you're a developer who works with PostScript or PDF files, then you know how important it is to have the right tools at your disposal. That's where Ghostscript Portable comes in. This powerful software package provides an interpreter for the PostScript language, as well as the ability to convert PostScript files to many raster formats, view them on displays, and print them on printers that don't have built-in PostScript capability.

But that's not all. Ghostscript Portable also includes an interpreter for Portable Document Format (PDF) files, with the same abilities as its PostScript counterpart. You can convert PostScript files to PDF (with some limitations) and vice versa, making it easy to work with both file types.

In addition to these features, Ghostscript Portable also includes a set of C procedures known as the Ghostscript library. These procedures implement graphics and filtering capabilities that appear as primitive operations in both the PostScript language and in PDFs.

With all of these capabilities at your fingertips, it's no wonder that developers around the world rely on Ghostscript Portable for their most complex projects.

Key Features:

- Interpreter for both PostScript and PDF files

- Ability to convert between file types

- Support for many raster formats

- Graphics and filtering capabilities via C procedures

Benefits:

1. Increased Efficiency: With its ability to handle both PostScript and PDF files seamlessly, Ghostscript Portable streamlines your workflow by eliminating the need for multiple software packages.

2. Versatility: Whether you're working with displays or printers without built-in support for certain file types or converting between different file formats altogether, Ghostscript Portable has got you covered.

3. Powerful Graphics Capabilities: The included C procedures provide advanced graphics capabilities that are essential when working with complex projects involving data compression/decompression/conversion operations.

4. Cost-effective Solution: As an open-source software package available free of charge under GNU General Public License (GPL), using Ghostscript Portable can save developers significant amounts of money compared to proprietary alternatives.

How Does It Work?

Ghostscript is essentially a command-line tool that runs on various operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, macOS® etc., allowing users access through terminal commands or scripts written in languages like Python® or Perl® etc., which makes it highly customizable according to user needs.

The basic syntax used by ghost script is:

gs [options] [files]

Where "gs" stands for ghost script followed by options such as "-dNOPAUSE" which tells ghost script not pause after each page; "-dBATCH" which tells ghost script not wait after processing all input documents; "-sDEVICE=pdfwrite" which specifies output device type; "output.pdf" which specifies output filename; "input.ps" which specifies input filename.

Once installed on your system (which is quite simple), simply run any command line interface like Command Prompt/PowerShell/Terminal etc., navigate into directory containing input document(s) using 'cd' command followed by path name then execute desired command(s).

For example:

$ cd /path/to/input/files/

$ gs -dNOPAUSE -dBATCH -sDEVICE=pdfwrite -sOutputFile=output.pdf input.ps

This will create a new pdf document named 'output.pdf' from 'input.ps' located inside '/path/to/input/files/' directory.

Why Choose Ghostscript?

There are several reasons why developers choose this powerful tool over other alternatives:

1) Compatibility: One of the biggest advantages of using this tool is its compatibility across multiple platforms including Windows®, Linux®, macOS® etc., making it accessible regardless of what operating system you use.

2) Open Source License: Being open source means anyone can use this software free-of-cost without any restrictions imposed upon usage rights unlike proprietary solutions where licensing fees may apply depending upon usage terms & conditions set forth by vendor companies.

3) Customizable Options: With its extensive range of options available through terminal commands/scripts written in languages like Python/Perl/C++ etc., users can customize their experience according their specific needs & requirements without having worry about compatibility issues arising due differences between platforms used during development process.

4) Advanced Features & Functionality: Its advanced features such as support raster image formats including TIFF/JPEG/PNG/BMP/GIF/SVG/XML/PDF/XPS/EPS/PSD/AI/WMF/EMF/DXF/DWG/SWF/MIF/MIFF/RLE/LASERJET PCL5e/PCLXL/Hewlett-Packard PCL6/Xerox DocuTech™ 135/6180/APPE™ 3.x make it one-stop solution handling wide variety tasks related graphic design/printing industry.

Conclusion

In conclusion,Ghostcript portable offers unparalleled functionality when dealing with post-script language documents.It provides an efficient way converting post-script documents into various raster image format while providing additional functionality such viewing them directly from display devices.The added feature allowing conversion between post-script language documents into pdf format makes this application even more versatile.The inclusion c-procedures further enhances graphic design capability making this application ideal choice designers looking streamline workflow while maintaining high level control over project execution.Ghostcript portable being open source application offers cost effective solution compared proprietary applications offering similar functionality.This makes ideal choice small businesses looking cut costs while still maintaining high level productivity standards.With so much going, it’s no wonder why so many people choose Ghsotcript portable!

Full spec
Publisher PortableApps
Publisher site http://portableapps.com/
Release date 2013-08-23
Date added 2013-08-24
Category Developer Tools
Sub category Interpreters & Compilers
Version 9.09
Os requirements Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows, Windows 7, Windows XP
Requirements None
Price Free
Downloads per week 0
Total downloads 923

Comments:

  • David Smith

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for a couple of months now and it's been really helpful for my development tasks.

    Sep 02, 2013
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  • Susan Johnson

    I agree, Ghostscript Portable is a great tool for developers. It's user-friendly and has a lot of useful features.

    Dec 13, 2013
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    Karen Thompson

    I'm considering using Ghostscript Portable. Can anyone share their experience with it?

    Dec 21, 2013
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    • Peter Evans

      Karen, Ghostscript Portable is an excellent choice. It's widely used and has good community support if you need any help.

      Mar 09, 2018
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  • Peter Evans

    Ghostscript Portable has saved me a lot of time in my projects. It's stable and efficient.

    Dec 27, 2013
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  • David Smith

    I completely agree, Peter. I haven't faced any major issues with Ghostscript Portable so far.

    Mar 04, 2014
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  • Susan Johnson

    The best thing about Ghostscript Portable is its ease of use. It has a simple interface and works smoothly.

    May 23, 2014
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    • Michael Brown

      Susan, I agree with your assessment. Ghostscript Portable has simplified many of my PDF-related tasks.

      Sep 10, 2023
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  • Michael Brown

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for a while, and it's been a reliable tool for handling PDF files.

    Jul 15, 2014
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    • David Smith

      Michael, did you find any specific features or functionalities particularly helpful in Ghostscript Portable?

      Jul 20, 2014
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  • Michael Brown

    David, yes, the ability to convert PDF files to various formats has been quite useful for my needs.

    Aug 01, 2014
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    • David Smith

      Thanks for sharing, Michael. I'll definitely explore the PDF conversion feature in Ghostscript Portable.

      Oct 09, 2014
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  • Gregory Ramirez

    I have been using Ghostscript Portable for my scripting tasks, and it has been reliable and efficient.

    Sep 06, 2014
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    Samuel Turner

    Ghostscript Portable is a must-have tool for developers working with PostScript and PDF files. Highly recommended!

    Oct 14, 2014
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  • Emily Collins

    I've recently started using Ghostscript Portable and I'm impressed with its performance. It's a handy tool to have.

    Nov 29, 2014
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    • Michael Brown

      Emily, I agree. Ghostscript Portable is especially useful when handling complex PDF documents.

      Dec 08, 2014
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      • Emily Collins

        Michael, are there any limitations or challenges you've come across while using Ghostscript Portable?

        Sep 06, 2016
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    Sophia Davis

    Is Ghostscript Portable suitable for beginners in programming, or is it more advanced?

    Jun 28, 2015
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    Paul Miller

    Sophia, Ghostscript Portable can be used by both beginners and advanced programmers. It has a straightforward approach and extensive documentation.

    Jan 21, 2016
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      Sophia Davis

      Thanks for clarifying, Paul. I'll give Ghostscript Portable a try for my development projects.

      May 13, 2016
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    Lisa Wilson

    Ghostscript Portable has been my go-to tool for handling PDF manipulation. It's reliable and efficient.

    Jul 04, 2016
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    • Emily Collins

      Lisa, have you encountered any limitations or challenges while using Ghostscript Portable for PDF manipulation?

      Sep 28, 2020
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        Lisa Wilson

        Emily, one limitation I came across is that Ghostscript Portable doesn't handle encrypted PDF files. Apart from that, it's been a reliable tool for my tasks.

        Nov 04, 2020
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  • Michael Brown

    Emily, one minor challenge I faced was configuring some advanced settings. But overall, it's been a smooth experience.

    Oct 20, 2016
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    • Emily Collins

      Thanks, Michael. I'll keep that in mind while working with Ghostscript Portable.

      May 20, 2018
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    Jack Anderson

    Ghostscript Portable is an essential tool in my development toolbox. It's indispensable for handling PDF tasks.

    Nov 09, 2016
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  • Olivia Thompson

    I recently discovered Ghostscript Portable, and it has significantly improved my PDF processing workflow.

    Jan 11, 2017
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  • Lucas Brown

    Ghostscript Portable is a versatile tool that I regularly use for document conversion. It works flawlessly.

    Aug 19, 2018
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    • Emily Collins

      Lucas, can you elaborate on the document conversion capabilities of Ghostscript Portable?

      Oct 19, 2018
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  • Isabella Wilson

    I'm new to Ghostscript Portable, but I'm already impressed with its performance. It's been a valuable addition to my toolkit.

    Aug 23, 2018
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  • Lucas Brown

    Emily, sure. Ghostscript Portable allows you to convert PDF to images, merge multiple PDF files, and perform other document-related tasks.

    Oct 21, 2018
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    • Emily Collins

      That sounds great, Lucas. I can definitely see the usefulness of such features in my projects.

      Dec 29, 2018
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      • Lucas Brown

        Emily, if you need further guidance on using the document conversion features, feel free to ask. I'll be happy to help.

        Jun 06, 2019
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        • Emily Collins

          Thank you, Lucas. I appreciate your willingness to assist. I'll reach out if I need any help with the document conversion features.

          Mar 18, 2020
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        • Emily Collins

          Lucas, I'll definitely reach out if I need any assistance with the document conversion features. Thanks!

          Mar 24, 2023
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    Daniel Clark

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for a long time, and it's always been a reliable companion for my development work.

    Feb 16, 2019
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    • Sophie Turner

      Daniel, I'm glad to hear that. It gives me more confidence in using Ghostscript Portable for my projects.

      Aug 16, 2019
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  • Sophie Turner

    I have just started using Ghostscript Portable, and I already find it quite useful. It's a great tool for PDF-related tasks.

    Mar 03, 2019
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    Gabriel White

    Ghostscript Portable has been a valuable tool in my software development projects. It's a reliable interpreter for various file formats.

    Oct 01, 2019
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  • Liam Phillips

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for several years, and it has never let me down. Highly recommended!

    Mar 09, 2020
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    Jackson Martinez

    Ghostscript Portable is a valuable tool for handling PDF documents. It's efficient and reliable.

    Jul 21, 2020
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    William Thompson

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for quite some time, and it's always been my go-to tool for PDF tasks.

    Sep 25, 2020
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    Sophia Davis

    Ghostscript Portable seems to have a loyal user community. That's always a good sign for a software tool.

    Feb 21, 2021
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  • Ethan Adams

    I recently started using Ghostscript Portable, and I'm impressed with its performance. It's been a valuable addition to my development toolkit.

    Aug 27, 2021
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    • Sophie Turner

      Ethan, I completely agree. Ghostscript Portable has made my PDF-related tasks much more convenient.

      Dec 07, 2021
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    Oliver Wilson

    Ghostscript Portable has been an essential tool in my development workflow. It never disappoints.

    Jun 16, 2022
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  • Victoria Brown

    I've been using Ghostscript Portable for a while now, and it's been a reliable tool for my PDF processing tasks.

    Jan 10, 2023
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  • Nathan Turner

    Ghostscript Portable is an excellent tool for handling PostScript and PDF files. It has a wide range of applications.

    May 01, 2023
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    Grace Wilson

    I highly recommend Ghostscript Portable for developers. It's a versatile and reliable tool for handling various file formats.

    Jun 26, 2023
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    Daniel Clark

    Ghostscript Portable has been my go-to tool for PDF manipulation. It's powerful and efficient.

    Oct 17, 2023
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