A plotter is a graphics printer that uses a pen or pencil to draw images. Plotters differ from printers in that plotters use continuous lines to create images while printers use a collection of dots. Like printers, plotters are connected to computers and are used to produce complex images and text.

How do plotters work?

Plotters work in conjunction with CAD software on the computer, to output line drawings for plans, blueprints and other technical drawings. ... This allows the plotter to cut vinyl and other thin materials to produce graphics for signs, vehicles and advertising.

What does a plotter printer do?

A computer hardware device that uses stationery writing tools to draw continuous lines on media papers rather than a series of dots like a traditional toner printer. Plotter printers are more sophisticated because they produce high-quality drawings as they print. Best use to print blueprints, maps and diagrams.