Since we're not able to obtain accurate reading of Printer Status from Windows "Printers & Faxes", the next best thing would be to programmatically

a) Pullup the "Printers" window (or in XP the "Printers & Faxes" window).
b) Change the View Setting to "Details" (so it will show each printer's status and number of documnts pending).

Then at least, this way the user can see why his printer functions are failing (and not blame the VFP app !).

Is there anyway to do this ?

THANKS