Look at HTMLdoc as an EXCELLENT server-side html to pdf converter. It's open-source, very fast, free, and generates very, very good output. I can't say enough good things about it. I'd be happy to send you links to sample output, if you wish. (pm me).

If you've taken the wise step of separating presentation from content and logic using modules like HTML:Template, then you can also create a "printable" template that nixes all your graphics and wraps the content in 650 pixel width table. This table width seems to avoid lines being cut off on most browsers. This can be a less desirable option, depending on the nature of the content you're serving.

Update: Spelling fix and added second paragraph.

-Any sufficiently advanced technology is
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In reply to Re: formatting web pages for a printer by Hero Zzyzzx
in thread formatting web pages for a printer by markjugg

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