What is XML Paper Specification?
A fixed-layout page format containing graphics and text resources.
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Technical details
XPS defines XML-based conventions for describing the content and appearance of paginated documents. [1]
Background and compatibility
Microsoft distributes the XPS Specification and Reference Guide as version 1.0 for implementers of those paginated-document conventions. [1]
Sources and references
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