The Microsoft XPS Document Writer is a virtual printer that allows users to create XPS (XML Paper Specification) files from any application that supports printing. XPS is a fixed-layout document format developed by Microsoft as an alternative to Adobe’s PDF (Portable Document Format).
XPS files can be viewed using the XPS Viewer included with Windows operating systems or by third-party applications that support the format. XPS documents preserve the layout, fonts, and graphics of the original document, making them useful for sharing documents in a format that maintains fidelity across different devices and platforms.
The XPS Document Writer is included with Windows operating systems and can be accessed as one of the available printers when printing from any application.