Brother QL-720NW ESC/P Command Reference

About this manual

The ESC/P Command Reference is a developer‑focused guide that explains how to control the Brother QL-720NW label printer using ESC/P control codes. It assumes familiarity with the operating system, RS‑232C or USB interfaces, and basic programming concepts.

The document includes an introduction to ESC/P, command syntax, examples, limitations, a full control‑code list, detailed command descriptions, specifications, character code tables, and information about the Brother Developer Center.

What's inside

• Introduction
• What is ESC/P?
• Using ESC/P Commands
• Examples of Using ESC/P Commands
• ESC/P Command Limitations
• Control Code List
• Control Command Details
• Appendix A: Specifications
• Appendix B: Character Code Tables
• Appendix C: Introducing the Brother Developer Center

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is ESC/P?

ESC/P is a type of control code used for printers, allowing creation and printing of labels via ASCII or binary codes.

How do you initialize the printer?

Send the ESC @ command to initialize the printer.

Where are the character code tables located?

The character code tables are provided in Appendix B of the document.