| Value | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Initial0 | The printing has not started yet; this status is set initially, and while the print dialog is shown. |
| Preparing1 | This status is set while the begin-print signal is emitted and during pagination. |
| GeneratingData2 | This status is set while the pages are being rendered. |
| SendingData3 | The print job is being sent off to the printer. |
| Pending4 | The print job has been sent to the printer, but is not printed for some reason, e.g. the printer may be stopped. |
| PendingIssue5 | Some problem has occurred during printing, e.g. a paper jam. |
| Printing6 | The printer is processing the print job. |
| Finished7 | The printing has been completed successfully. |
| FinishedAborted8 | The printing has been aborted. |
The status gives a rough indication of the completion of a running print operation.