The larger MUTCD parts or chapters won print, or print badly. Whats wrong?
Certain parts and chapters of the MUTCD have very large file sizes due to the large page count, number of illustrations, or both (for example, Chapter 6H has 98 pages with 47 illustrations). These large files can present problems when printing, depending on the printer used. This is often due to the amount of memory within the printer itself, which is often minimal. If the printer will not print the file, or prints it with errors, sending the file to the printer in smaller sections (10 to 20 pages at a time) often solves the problem. Return to Top • Q: Can State highway agencies who provide copies of the MUTCD to each of their local and county highway departments charge for copies of the Manual? This charge is not for profit, but to defray the printing costs. A: Yes. The State highway agencies have the option of printing copies of the MUTCD for local distribution, and they may charge for this. They may also buy copies of the MUTCD from one of the three national associations, taking adv
Certain parts and chapters of the MUTCD have very large file sizes due to the large page count, number of illustrations, or both (for example, Part 6 has 184 pages with 60 illustrations). These large files can present problems when printing, depending on the printer used. This is often due to the amount of memory within the printer itself, which is often minimal. If the printer will not print the file, or prints it with errors, sending the file to the printer in smaller sections (10 to 20 pages at a time) often solves the problem. Return to Top • Q: How can I get high-quality copies of images of signs and figures in the MUTCD? Using the “copy and paste” functions in the MUTCD website’s PDF documents doesn’t produce images that are high enough resolution for my needs. A: Before attempting to copy an image from a page of the MUTCD PDF, try this: Using the zoom tool of Adobe Acrobat, increase the magnification to at least 200% or 300%, then use the snapshot tool to select the portion of t
