NAME

os - convert backspaces to line printer overstrikes

SYNOPSIS

os [ -<page_length> ]

DESCRIPTION

'Os' is a filter that may be used to convert backspaces
(such as those produced by the formatter for underlining
and boldfacing) into standard Fortran line printer carriage
control codes.

If the output of 'os' is spooled, the Fortran forms control
mode must be in effect.
Use of the "f" option on the 'sp' command (e.g. "os | sp / f") or the
"f" option in the line printer spooler's pathname (e.g.
"os >/dev/lps/f") will enable Fortran forms control.

'Os' will generate a page-eject at the bottom of each page
(to keep the pages correct in case of a paper jam).  The
<page_length> is the number of lines per output page.  If
<page_length> is omitted, 'os' assumes 66 (standard paper).

EXAMPLES


fmt report | os | sp / f
junk> os >/dev/lps/f/bjunk


SEE ALSO

sp (1), fos (1)