Tired of printing out important documents that later get accidentally misplaced or thrown away? In Windows 7, there’s a better solution: save them as XPS documents.
XPS is a file format for sharing and archiving memos, contracts, reports, webpages, online receipts, or anything else you routinely print and save. You can create XPS documents in virtually any program, simply by selecting the Microsoft XPS Document Writer as your printer.
An XPS document looks exactly like the original and is completely searchable with Windows Search. Because it doesn't require the original program to open, it's also easily shared.
When you click on an XPS, it opens the XPS Viewer. Improved for Windows 7, the Viewer has better searching and browsing capabilities, including a new thumbnail view for longer documents. You can also digitally sign a document to verify its authenticity and set permissions to limit who can view, copy, print, or sign it.
