updated download

py_app/app/routes.py

@@ -1278,6 +1278,378 @@ Ready to use immediately after installation!"""
             'error': str(e)
         }), 500
 
+@bp.route('/create_zero_dependency_service_package', methods=['POST'])
+def create_zero_dependency_service_package():
+    """Create and serve ZIP package with embedded Python - ZERO external dependencies"""
+    import os
+    import tempfile
+    import zipfile
+    import urllib.request
+    import subprocess
+    from flask import current_app, jsonify
+    
+    try:
+        print("🚀 Creating Zero-Dependency Service Package...")
+        
+        # Path to the windows_print_service directory
+        service_dir = os.path.join(os.path.dirname(os.path.dirname(current_app.root_path)), 'windows_print_service')
+        print(f"Looking for service files in: {service_dir}")
+        
+        if not os.path.exists(service_dir):
+            return jsonify({
+                'success': False,
+                'error': f'Windows service directory not found: {service_dir}'
+            }), 500
+        
+        # Create static directory if it doesn't exist
+        static_dir = os.path.join(current_app.root_path, 'static')
+        os.makedirs(static_dir, exist_ok=True)
+        
+        zip_filename = 'QualityPrintService_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.zip'
+        zip_path = os.path.join(static_dir, zip_filename)
+        
+        # Python embeddable version details
+        PYTHON_VERSION = "3.11.9"
+        PYTHON_DOWNLOAD_URL = f"https://www.python.org/ftp/python/{PYTHON_VERSION}/python-{PYTHON_VERSION}-embed-amd64.zip"
+        PYTHON_DIR_NAME = "python_embedded"
+        
+        print(f"📥 Will download Python {PYTHON_VERSION} embedded...")
+        
+        # Create the complete zero-dependency package
+        with tempfile.TemporaryDirectory() as temp_dir:
+            print(f"🔧 Using temporary directory: {temp_dir}")
+            
+            # Download Python embedded
+            python_zip_path = os.path.join(temp_dir, "python-embed.zip")
+            python_extract_dir = os.path.join(temp_dir, PYTHON_DIR_NAME)
+            
+            try:
+                print(f"📥 Downloading Python embedded from: {PYTHON_DOWNLOAD_URL}")
+                urllib.request.urlretrieve(PYTHON_DOWNLOAD_URL, python_zip_path)
+                print(f"✅ Downloaded Python to: {python_zip_path}")
+                
+                # Extract Python
+                os.makedirs(python_extract_dir, exist_ok=True)
+                with zipfile.ZipFile(python_zip_path, 'r') as zip_ref:
+                    zip_ref.extractall(python_extract_dir)
+                print(f"✅ Extracted Python to: {python_extract_dir}")
+                
+                # Enable site-packages by modifying pth file
+                pth_files = [f for f in os.listdir(python_extract_dir) if f.endswith('._pth')]
+                if pth_files:
+                    pth_file = os.path.join(python_extract_dir, pth_files[0])
+                    with open(pth_file, 'a') as f:
+                        f.write('\nimport site\n')
+                    print("✅ Enabled site-packages in embedded Python")
+                
+            except Exception as e:
+                return jsonify({
+                    'success': False,
+                    'error': f'Failed to download Python embedded: {str(e)}'
+                }), 500
+            
+            # Create the complete package ZIP
+            with zipfile.ZipFile(zip_path, 'w', zipfile.ZIP_DEFLATED) as zipf:
+                files_added = 0
+                
+                # Add Python embedded distribution
+                print("📁 Adding Python embedded distribution...")
+                for root, dirs, files in os.walk(python_extract_dir):
+                    for file in files:
+                        file_path = os.path.join(root, file)
+                        arcname = os.path.join(PYTHON_DIR_NAME, os.path.relpath(file_path, python_extract_dir))
+                        zipf.write(file_path, arcname)
+                        files_added += 1
+                        if files_added % 10 == 0:  # Progress indicator
+                            print(f"  📄 Added {files_added} Python files...")
+                
+                # Add service files
+                print("📁 Adding service files...")
+                service_files = [
+                    "print_service_complete.py",
+                    "install_service_complete.bat", 
+                    "uninstall_service_complete.bat",
+                    "INSTALLATION_COMPLETE.md",
+                    "PACKAGE_SUMMARY.md",
+                    "README_COMPLETE.md"
+                ]
+                
+                for file_name in service_files:
+                    file_path = os.path.join(service_dir, file_name)
+                    if os.path.exists(file_path):
+                        zipf.write(file_path, file_name)
+                        files_added += 1
+                        print(f"  ✅ Added: {file_name}")
+                
+                # Add Chrome extension
+                chrome_ext_dir = os.path.join(service_dir, "chrome_extension")
+                if os.path.exists(chrome_ext_dir):
+                    print("📁 Adding Chrome extension...")
+                    for root, dirs, files in os.walk(chrome_ext_dir):
+                        for file in files:
+                            if not file.startswith('.'):
+                                file_path = os.path.join(root, file)
+                                arcname = os.path.relpath(file_path, service_dir)
+                                zipf.write(file_path, arcname)
+                                files_added += 1
+                
+                # Create updated zero-dependency installer
+                installer_content = f'''@echo off
+setlocal enabledelayedexpansion
+
+echo ========================================
+echo   Quality Label Print Service Installer
+echo   ZERO DEPENDENCIES - COMPLETE PACKAGE  
+echo ========================================
+echo.
+echo This package includes EVERYTHING needed:
+echo ✅ Embedded Python {PYTHON_VERSION}
+echo ✅ Complete Print Service
+echo ✅ Windows Service Installer  
+echo ✅ Chrome Extension
+echo ✅ Auto-recovery System
+echo.
+
+REM Check for administrator privileges
+net session >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ❌ ERROR: Administrator privileges required
+    echo Please right-click this file and select "Run as administrator"
+    echo.
+    pause
+    exit /b 1
+)
+
+echo [1/7] Administrator privileges confirmed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Set variables
+set CURRENT_DIR=%~dp0
+set SERVICE_NAME=QualityPrintService
+set SERVICE_DISPLAY_NAME=Quality Label Print Service
+set INSTALL_DIR=C:\\QualityPrintService
+set PYTHON_EXE=%INSTALL_DIR%\\{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}\\python.exe
+set PYTHON_SCRIPT=%INSTALL_DIR%\\print_service_complete.py
+set LOG_DIR=%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs
+
+echo [2/7] Using embedded Python distribution ✅
+echo Python location: %PYTHON_EXE%
+echo.
+
+REM Stop existing service if running
+echo [3/7] Stopping existing service (if any)...
+sc query "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% equ 0 (
+    echo Stopping existing service...
+    net stop "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+    sc delete "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+    timeout /t 2 >nul
+)
+echo Service cleanup completed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Create installation directory
+echo [4/7] Creating installation directory...
+if exist "%INSTALL_DIR%" (
+    echo Removing old installation...
+    rmdir /s /q "%INSTALL_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+)
+mkdir "%INSTALL_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+echo Installation directory: %INSTALL_DIR% ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Copy all files to installation directory
+echo [5/7] Installing service files...
+echo Copying embedded Python...
+xcopy "%CURRENT_DIR%{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}" "%INSTALL_DIR%\\{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}\\" /E /I /Y >nul
+echo Copying service script...
+copy "%CURRENT_DIR%print_service_complete.py" "%INSTALL_DIR%\\" >nul
+echo Service files installed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Create log directory
+echo [6/7] Setting up logging...
+mkdir "%LOG_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+echo Log directory: %LOG_DIR% ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Install and start Windows service
+echo [7/7] Installing Windows service...
+sc create "%SERVICE_NAME%" binPath= "\\"%PYTHON_EXE%\\" \\"%PYTHON_SCRIPT%\\"" DisplayName= "%SERVICE_DISPLAY_NAME%" start= auto
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ❌ Failed to create Windows service
+    pause
+    exit /b 1
+)
+
+REM Configure service recovery
+sc failure "%SERVICE_NAME%" reset= 60 actions= restart/10000/restart/30000/restart/60000
+sc config "%SERVICE_NAME%" depend= ""
+
+REM Start the service
+echo Starting service...
+net start "%SERVICE_NAME%"
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ⚠️  Service created but failed to start immediately
+    echo This is normal - the service will start automatically on reboot
+) else (
+    echo Service started successfully ✅
+)
+
+echo.
+echo ========================================
+echo        INSTALLATION COMPLETED! 🎉
+echo ========================================
+echo.
+echo ✅ Python embedded distribution installed
+echo ✅ Windows Print Service installed and configured  
+echo ✅ Auto-recovery enabled (restarts on failure)
+echo ✅ Service will start automatically on boot
+echo.
+echo 🌐 Service URL: http://localhost:8765
+echo 📊 Health check: http://localhost:8765/health
+echo 📁 Logs location: %LOG_DIR%
+echo.
+echo 📋 NEXT STEPS:
+echo 1. Install Chrome extension from 'chrome_extension' folder
+echo 2. Test service: http://localhost:8765/health  
+echo 3. Configure web application to use service
+echo.
+echo Press any key to test service connection...
+pause >nul
+
+REM Test service
+echo Testing service connection...
+timeout /t 3 >nul
+curl -s http://localhost:8765/health >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% equ 0 (
+    echo ✅ Service is responding correctly!
+) else (
+    echo ⚠️  Service test failed - may need a moment to start
+    echo Check logs in: %LOG_DIR%
+)
+
+echo.
+echo Installation complete! Service is ready to use.
+pause
+'''
+                
+                zipf.writestr("INSTALL_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.bat", installer_content)
+                files_added += 1
+                
+                # Add comprehensive README
+                readme_content = f'''# Quality Print Service - ZERO DEPENDENCIES Package
+
+## 🎯 COMPLETE SELF-CONTAINED INSTALLATION
+
+This package contains EVERYTHING needed to run the Quality Print Service:
+
+### ✅ What's Included:
+- **Embedded Python {PYTHON_VERSION}** - No system Python required!
+- **Complete Print Service** - Zero external dependencies
+- **Windows Service Installer** - Automatic installation and recovery
+- **Chrome Extension** - Web browser integration
+- **Comprehensive Documentation** - Installation and usage guides
+
+### 🚀 INSTALLATION (5 Minutes):
+
+#### Requirements:
+- Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016+
+- Administrator privileges (for service installation)
+- Google Chrome browser
+
+#### Step 1: Extract Package
+- Extract this ZIP file to any location (Desktop, Downloads, etc.)
+- No permanent location needed - installer copies files automatically
+
+#### Step 2: Install Service
+- Right-click `INSTALL_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.bat`
+- Select "Run as administrator"
+- Follow the installation prompts
+
+#### Step 3: Install Chrome Extension
+- Open Chrome browser
+- Navigate to `chrome://extensions/`
+- Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in top-right)
+- Click "Load unpacked"
+- Select the `chrome_extension` folder from extracted package
+
+#### Step 4: Test Installation
+- Visit: http://localhost:8765/health
+- Should return: {{"status": "healthy", "service": "Windows Print Service"}}
+
+### 🔧 Technical Details:
+
+**Service Architecture:**
+```
+Quality Web App → Chrome Extension → Windows Service → Printer
+```
+
+**Printing Methods (automatic fallback):**
+1. Adobe Reader (silent printing)
+2. SumatraPDF (if Adobe unavailable)
+3. PowerShell Print-Document
+4. Microsoft Edge (fallback)
+5. Windows default printer
+
+**Service Management:**
+- Automatic startup on Windows boot
+- Auto-recovery on failure (3 restart attempts)
+- Comprehensive logging in: `%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs\\`
+
+**Network Configuration:**
+- Service runs on: http://localhost:8765
+- Chrome extension communicates via this local endpoint
+- No external network access required
+
+### 📦 Package Size: ~15MB (includes full Python runtime)
+### ⏱️ Installation Time: ~5 minutes
+### 🔧 Maintenance Required: Zero (auto-starts with Windows)
+
+Ready to use immediately after installation!
+'''
+                
+                zipf.writestr("README_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.md", readme_content)
+                files_added += 1
+                
+        # Verify ZIP was created successfully
+        if os.path.exists(zip_path):
+            zip_size = os.path.getsize(zip_path)
+            print(f"✅ Zero-dependency package created: {zip_path}")
+            print(f"📄 Total files: {files_added}")
+            print(f"📏 Size: {zip_size / 1024 / 1024:.1f} MB")
+            
+            if zip_size > 0:
+                return jsonify({
+                    'success': True,
+                    'download_url': f'/static/{zip_filename}',
+                    'files_included': files_added,
+                    'zip_size': zip_size,
+                    'package_type': 'Zero Dependencies - Complete Package',
+                    'python_version': PYTHON_VERSION,
+                    'dependencies': 'None - Everything included!',
+                    'estimated_size_mb': round(zip_size / 1024 / 1024, 1)
+                })
+            else:
+                return jsonify({
+                    'success': False,
+                    'error': 'ZIP file was created but is empty'
+                }), 500
+        else:
+            return jsonify({
+                'success': False,
+                'error': 'Failed to create zero-dependency ZIP file'
+            }), 500
+            
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"❌ Error creating zero-dependency service package: {e}")
+        import traceback
+        traceback.print_exc()
+        return jsonify({
+            'success': False,
+            'error': str(e)
+        }), 500
+
 @bp.route('/test_extension_files')
 def test_extension_files():
     """Test route to check extension files"""

py_app/app/templates/download_extension.html

@@ -8,10 +8,10 @@
     <div class="row justify-content-center mb-4">
         <div class="col-md-12">
             <div class="text-center">
-                <h1 class="display-4">🖨️ Quality Recticel Print Extension</h1>
-                <p class="lead">Simple & Robust Chrome Extension for PDF Printing</p>
-                <div class="alert alert-success mx-auto" style="max-width: 600px;">
-                    <strong>✨ NEW SIMPLIFIED APPROACH:</strong> No Windows service needed! Just install the Chrome extension and print directly from your browser.
+                <h1 class="display-4">🖨️ Quality Recticel Print Solutions</h1>
+                <p class="lead">Choose Your Printing Method: Chrome Extension or Windows Service</p>
+                <div class="alert alert-info mx-auto" style="max-width: 800px;">
+                    <strong>🆕 TWO POWERFUL OPTIONS:</strong> Simple browser-based Chrome extension or enterprise-grade Windows service for advanced printing needs.
                 </div>
             </div>
         </div>
@@ -22,28 +22,28 @@
         <div class="col-md-10">
             <div class="card border-primary">
                 <div class="card-header bg-primary text-white">
-                    <h3 class="mb-0">🚀 Simple Chrome Extension Solution</h3>
+                    <h3 class="mb-0">🚀 Two Printing Solutions Available</h3>
                 </div>
                 <div class="card-body">
                     <div class="row">
                         <div class="col-md-6">
-                            <h5>🏆 What You Get:</h5>
+                            <h5><EFBFBD> Chrome Extension (Recommended)</h5>
                             <ul>
-                                <li>✅ <strong>Direct PDF Printing</strong> - Uses browser's print dialog</li>
-                                <li>✅ <strong>Zero Configuration</strong> - Works immediately after install</li>
-                                <li>✅ <strong>Cross-Platform</strong> - Works on Windows, Mac, Linux</li>
-                                <li>✅ <strong>No External Services</strong> - No Windows service needed</li>
-                                <li>✅ <strong>Robust Fallback</strong> - Downloads PDF if extension unavailable</li>
+                                <li>✅ <strong>Easy Setup</strong> - 2 minutes to install</li>
+                                <li>✅ <strong>Cross-Platform</strong> - Windows, Mac, Linux</li>
+                                <li>✅ <strong>User Control</strong> - Print dialog for printer selection</li>
+                                <li>✅ <strong>Zero Configuration</strong> - Works immediately</li>
+                                <li>✅ <strong>Secure</strong> - No external services needed</li>
                             </ul>
                         </div>
                         <div class="col-md-6">
-                            <h5>🔧 How It Works:</h5>
+                            <h5>🔧 Windows Service (Enterprise)</h5>
                             <ul>
-                                <li>🌐 <strong>Chrome Extension</strong> - Simple browser integration</li>
-                                <li>📄 <strong>Hidden Tab Method</strong> - Opens PDF in background tab</li>
-                                <li><EFBFBD>️ <strong>Native Print Dialog</strong> - User controls printer selection</li>
-                                <li>🔄 <strong>Auto Cleanup</strong> - Closes tab after printing</li>
-                                <li>🛡️ <strong>Secure</strong> - No external connections required</li>
+                                <li>⚡ <strong>Silent Printing</strong> - No user interaction needed</li>
+                                <li><EFBFBD>️ <strong>Direct Printer Access</strong> - System-level printing</li>
+                                <li>🏢 <strong>Enterprise Ready</strong> - Service auto-recovery</li>
+                                <li><EFBFBD> <strong>Advanced Features</strong> - Multiple print methods</li>
+                                <li>🛡️ <strong>Self-Contained</strong> - Zero external dependencies</li>
                             </ul>
                         </div>
                     </div>
@@ -54,21 +54,21 @@
 
     <!-- Download Cards Row -->
     <div class="row justify-content-center">
-        <!-- Chrome Extension Card - NOW THE ONLY COMPONENT NEEDED -->
-        <div class="col-md-8 mb-4">
+        <!-- Chrome Extension Card -->
+        <div class="col-md-6 mb-4">
             <div class="card h-100 border-success">
                 <div class="card-header bg-success text-white text-center">
-                    <h4 class="mb-0">🌐 Chrome Extension - All You Need!</h4>
-                    <small>Simple browser-based printing solution</small>
+                    <h4 class="mb-0">🌐 Chrome Extension</h4>
+                    <small>Browser-based printing solution</small>
                 </div>
                 <div class="card-body d-flex flex-column">
                     <div class="alert alert-success">
-                        <strong>🎉 SIMPLIFIED:</strong> Just install this Chrome extension - no Windows service needed!
+                        <strong>📋 RECOMMENDED:</strong> Easy setup, works everywhere!
                     </div>
                     
                     <h5>🎯 Key Features:</h5>
                     <ul>
-                        <li><EFBFBD>️ Opens PDF in hidden browser tab and triggers print dialog</li>
+                        <li>🖨️ Opens PDF in hidden browser tab and triggers print dialog</li>
                         <li>🔍 Automatic extension detection on web page</li>
                         <li>📊 Print status feedback and error handling</li>
                         <li>🔄 Graceful fallback to PDF download</li>
@@ -103,6 +103,60 @@
                 </div>
             </div>
         </div>
+
+        <!-- Windows Service Card -->
+        <div class="col-md-6 mb-4">
+            <div class="card h-100 border-primary">
+                <div class="card-header bg-primary text-white text-center">
+                    <h4 class="mb-0">🔧 Windows Print Service</h4>
+                    <small>Enterprise-grade silent printing</small>
+                </div>
+                <div class="card-body d-flex flex-column">
+                    <div class="alert alert-primary">
+                        <strong>🏢 ENTERPRISE:</strong> Silent printing with no user interaction!
+                    </div>
+                    
+                    <h5>🎯 Key Features:</h5>
+                    <ul>
+                        <li>⚡ Silent printing - no print dialogs</li>
+                        <li>🖨️ Direct system printer access</li>
+                        <li>🔄 Multiple print methods (Adobe, SumatraPDF, PowerShell)</li>
+                        <li>🛡️ Windows service with auto-recovery</li>
+                        <li>📦 Self-contained - zero dependencies</li>
+                        <li>🏢 Perfect for production environments</li>
+                    </ul>
+                    
+                    <h5>🚀 Quick Install (3 steps):</h5>
+                    <ol>
+                        <li>Download and extract the service package</li>
+                        <li>Run <code>install_service_complete.bat</code> as Administrator</li>
+                        <li>Install Chrome extension (included in package)</li>
+                    </ol>
+                    
+                    <div class="text-center mt-auto">
+                        <div class="btn-group-vertical mb-3" role="group">
+                            <button class="btn btn-primary btn-lg" id="download-service-btn">
+                                📥 Download Windows Service
+                            </button>
+                            <button class="btn btn-success btn-lg" id="download-zero-deps-btn">
+                                🚀 Download ZERO Dependencies Package
+                            </button>
+                        </div>
+                        
+                        <div class="alert alert-info">
+                            <small>
+                                <strong>📦 Standard Package (~50KB):</strong> Requires Python 3.7+ installed<br>
+                                <strong>🚀 Zero Dependencies (~15MB):</strong> Includes everything - no Python needed!
+                            </small>
+                        </div>
+                        
+                        <div class="alert alert-warning">
+                            <small>⚠️ <strong>Windows Only:</strong> Requires Administrator privileges for service installation</small>
+                        </div>
+                    </div>
+                </div>
+            </div>
+        </div>
     </div>
 
     <!-- Documentation Section -->
@@ -269,6 +323,97 @@ document.getElementById('download-extension-btn').addEventListener('click', func
         });
 });
 
+// Windows Service Download Handler
+document.getElementById('download-service-btn').addEventListener('click', function(e) {
+    e.preventDefault();
+    
+    // Show loading state
+    const originalText = this.innerHTML;
+    this.innerHTML = '⏳ Preparing Windows Service Package...';
+    this.disabled = true;
+    
+    // Create the service package
+    fetch('/create_service_package', {method: 'POST'})
+        .then(response => response.json())
+        .then(data => {
+            if (data.success) {
+                // Start download
+                window.location.href = data.download_url;
+                
+                // Show success message
+                setTimeout(() => {
+                    this.innerHTML = '✅ Download Started!';
+                }, 500);
+                
+                // Reset button
+                setTimeout(() => {
+                    this.innerHTML = originalText;
+                    this.disabled = false;
+                }, 3000);
+            } else {
+                alert('Error creating service package: ' + data.error);
+                this.innerHTML = originalText;
+                this.disabled = false;
+            }
+        })
+        .catch(error => {
+            alert('Error: ' + error.message);
+            this.innerHTML = originalText;
+            this.disabled = false;
+        });
+});
+
+// Zero Dependencies Service Download Handler
+document.getElementById('download-zero-deps-btn').addEventListener('click', function(e) {
+    e.preventDefault();
+    
+    // Show loading state
+    const originalText = this.innerHTML;
+    this.innerHTML = '⏳ Creating Zero-Dependency Package (may take 1-2 minutes)...';
+    this.disabled = true;
+    
+    // Show progress info
+    const progressInfo = document.createElement('div');
+    progressInfo.className = 'alert alert-info mt-2';
+    progressInfo.innerHTML = '📥 Downloading Python embedded distribution and creating complete package...';
+    this.parentElement.appendChild(progressInfo);
+    
+    // Create the zero-dependency service package
+    fetch('/create_zero_dependency_service_package', {method: 'POST'})
+        .then(response => response.json())
+        .then(data => {
+            if (data.success) {
+                // Start download
+                window.location.href = data.download_url;
+                
+                // Show success message
+                setTimeout(() => {
+                    this.innerHTML = `✅ Download Started! (${data.estimated_size_mb}MB)`;
+                    progressInfo.innerHTML = `🎉 Complete package created with ${data.files_included} files including Python ${data.python_version}!`;
+                    progressInfo.className = 'alert alert-success mt-2';
+                }, 500);
+                
+                // Reset button
+                setTimeout(() => {
+                    this.innerHTML = originalText;
+                    this.disabled = false;
+                    progressInfo.remove();
+                }, 5000);
+            } else {
+                alert('Error creating zero-dependency package: ' + data.error);
+                this.innerHTML = originalText;
+                this.disabled = false;
+                progressInfo.remove();
+            }
+        })
+        .catch(error => {
+            alert('Error: ' + error.message);
+            this.innerHTML = originalText;
+            this.disabled = false;
+            progressInfo.remove();
+        });
+});
+
 // Extension Test Functionality
 document.getElementById('test-extension-btn').addEventListener('click', function(e) {
     e.preventDefault();
@@ -375,10 +520,10 @@ async function testExtensionConnection() {
 // Show installation tips
 function showInstallationTips() {
     const tips = [
-        '💡 Tip: This new approach is much simpler - no Windows service needed!',
-        '💡 Tip: The extension works on Windows, Mac, and Linux',
-        '💡 Tip: Users will see Chrome\'s print dialog for printer selection',
-        '💡 Tip: The system gracefully falls back to PDF downloads if needed'
+        '💡 Tip: Chrome Extension is recommended for most users - cross-platform and easy!',
+        '💡 Tip: Windows Service is perfect for enterprise environments requiring silent printing',
+        '💡 Tip: Both solutions work with the same web interface and automatically detected',
+        '💡 Tip: The system gracefully falls back to PDF downloads if neither is available'
     ];
     
     let tipIndex = 0;

windows_print_service/create_portable_package.py

@@ -0,0 +1,406 @@
+#!/usr/bin/env python3
+"""
+Script to create a completely self-contained Windows Print Service package
+with embedded Python distribution - Zero external dependencies required!
+"""
+
+import os
+import sys
+import zipfile
+import urllib.request
+import tempfile
+import shutil
+from pathlib import Path
+
+# Python embeddable version details
+PYTHON_VERSION = "3.11.9"
+PYTHON_DOWNLOAD_URL = f"https://www.python.org/ftp/python/{PYTHON_VERSION}/python-{PYTHON_VERSION}-embed-amd64.zip"
+PYTHON_DIR_NAME = "python_embedded"
+
+def download_portable_python(temp_dir):
+    """Download and extract Python embedded distribution"""
+    print(f"📥 Downloading Python {PYTHON_VERSION} embedded distribution...")
+    
+    python_zip_path = os.path.join(temp_dir, "python-embed.zip")
+    
+    try:
+        # Download Python embedded
+        urllib.request.urlretrieve(PYTHON_DOWNLOAD_URL, python_zip_path)
+        print(f"✅ Downloaded Python to: {python_zip_path}")
+        
+        # Create extraction directory
+        python_extract_dir = os.path.join(temp_dir, PYTHON_DIR_NAME)
+        os.makedirs(python_extract_dir, exist_ok=True)
+        
+        # Extract Python
+        with zipfile.ZipFile(python_zip_path, 'r') as zip_ref:
+            zip_ref.extractall(python_extract_dir)
+        
+        print(f"✅ Extracted Python to: {python_extract_dir}")
+        
+        # Enable site-packages by modifying pth file
+        pth_files = [f for f in os.listdir(python_extract_dir) if f.endswith('._pth')]
+        if pth_files:
+            pth_file = os.path.join(python_extract_dir, pth_files[0])
+            with open(pth_file, 'a') as f:
+                f.write('\nimport site\n')
+            print("✅ Enabled site-packages in embedded Python")
+        
+        return python_extract_dir
+        
+    except Exception as e:
+        print(f"❌ Failed to download Python: {e}")
+        return None
+
+def create_complete_package():
+    """Create complete self-contained package with embedded Python"""
+    
+    # Get current directory (should be windows_print_service)
+    current_dir = Path(__file__).parent
+    print(f"📂 Working from: {current_dir}")
+    
+    # Create temporary directory
+    with tempfile.TemporaryDirectory() as temp_dir:
+        print(f"🔧 Using temporary directory: {temp_dir}")
+        
+        # Download and extract portable Python
+        python_dir = download_portable_python(temp_dir)
+        if not python_dir:
+            print("❌ Failed to prepare Python distribution")
+            return False
+        
+        # Create the complete package
+        package_path = current_dir / "QualityPrintService_COMPLETE_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.zip"
+        
+        print(f"📦 Creating complete package: {package_path}")
+        
+        with zipfile.ZipFile(package_path, 'w', zipfile.ZIP_DEFLATED) as zipf:
+            files_added = 0
+            
+            # Add Python embedded distribution
+            print("📁 Adding Python embedded distribution...")
+            for root, dirs, files in os.walk(python_dir):
+                for file in files:
+                    file_path = os.path.join(root, file)
+                    arcname = os.path.join(PYTHON_DIR_NAME, os.path.relpath(file_path, python_dir))
+                    zipf.write(file_path, arcname)
+                    files_added += 1
+            
+            # Add all service files
+            print("📁 Adding service files...")
+            service_files = [
+                "print_service_complete.py",
+                "install_service_complete.bat", 
+                "uninstall_service_complete.bat",
+                "INSTALLATION_COMPLETE.md",
+                "PACKAGE_SUMMARY.md",
+                "README_COMPLETE.md"
+            ]
+            
+            for file_name in service_files:
+                file_path = current_dir / file_name
+                if file_path.exists():
+                    zipf.write(file_path, file_name)
+                    files_added += 1
+                    print(f"  ✅ Added: {file_name}")
+            
+            # Add Chrome extension
+            chrome_ext_dir = current_dir / "chrome_extension"
+            if chrome_ext_dir.exists():
+                print("📁 Adding Chrome extension...")
+                for root, dirs, files in os.walk(chrome_ext_dir):
+                    for file in files:
+                        if not file.startswith('.'):
+                            file_path = os.path.join(root, file)
+                            arcname = os.path.relpath(file_path, current_dir)
+                            zipf.write(file_path, arcname)
+                            files_added += 1
+            
+            # Create updated installer that uses embedded Python
+            updated_installer = f'''@echo off
+setlocal enabledelayedexpansion
+
+echo ========================================
+echo   Quality Label Print Service Installer
+echo   ZERO DEPENDENCIES - COMPLETE PACKAGE
+echo ========================================
+echo.
+echo This package includes EVERYTHING needed:
+echo ✅ Embedded Python {PYTHON_VERSION}
+echo ✅ Complete Print Service
+echo ✅ Windows Service Installer
+echo ✅ Chrome Extension
+echo ✅ Auto-recovery System
+echo.
+
+REM Check for administrator privileges
+net session >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ❌ ERROR: Administrator privileges required
+    echo Please right-click this file and select "Run as administrator"
+    echo.
+    pause
+    exit /b 1
+)
+
+echo [1/7] Administrator privileges confirmed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Set variables
+set CURRENT_DIR=%~dp0
+set SERVICE_NAME=QualityPrintService
+set SERVICE_DISPLAY_NAME=Quality Label Print Service
+set INSTALL_DIR=C:\\QualityPrintService
+set PYTHON_EXE=%INSTALL_DIR%\\{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}\\python.exe
+set PYTHON_SCRIPT=%INSTALL_DIR%\\print_service_complete.py
+set LOG_DIR=%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs
+
+echo [2/7] Using embedded Python distribution ✅
+echo Python location: %PYTHON_EXE%
+echo.
+
+REM Stop existing service if running
+echo [3/7] Stopping existing service (if any)...
+sc query "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% equ 0 (
+    echo Stopping existing service...
+    net stop "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+    sc delete "%SERVICE_NAME%" >nul 2>&1
+    timeout /t 2 >nul
+)
+echo Service cleanup completed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Create installation directory
+echo [4/7] Creating installation directory...
+if exist "%INSTALL_DIR%" (
+    echo Removing old installation...
+    rmdir /s /q "%INSTALL_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+)
+mkdir "%INSTALL_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+echo Installation directory: %INSTALL_DIR% ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Copy all files to installation directory
+echo [5/7] Installing service files...
+echo Copying embedded Python...
+xcopy "%CURRENT_DIR%{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}" "%INSTALL_DIR%\\{PYTHON_DIR_NAME}\\" /E /I /Y >nul
+echo Copying service script...
+copy "%CURRENT_DIR%print_service_complete.py" "%INSTALL_DIR%\\" >nul
+echo Service files installed ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Create log directory
+echo [6/7] Setting up logging...
+mkdir "%LOG_DIR%" >nul 2>&1
+echo Log directory: %LOG_DIR% ✅
+echo.
+
+REM Install and start Windows service
+echo [7/7] Installing Windows service...
+sc create "%SERVICE_NAME%" binPath= "\\"%PYTHON_EXE%\\" \\"%PYTHON_SCRIPT%\\"" DisplayName= "%SERVICE_DISPLAY_NAME%" start= auto
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ❌ Failed to create Windows service
+    pause
+    exit /b 1
+)
+
+REM Configure service recovery
+sc failure "%SERVICE_NAME%" reset= 60 actions= restart/10000/restart/30000/restart/60000
+sc config "%SERVICE_NAME%" depend= ""
+
+REM Start the service
+echo Starting service...
+net start "%SERVICE_NAME%"
+if %errorLevel% neq 0 (
+    echo ⚠️  Service created but failed to start immediately
+    echo This is normal - the service will start automatically on reboot
+) else (
+    echo Service started successfully ✅
+)
+
+echo.
+echo ========================================
+echo        INSTALLATION COMPLETED! 🎉
+echo ========================================
+echo.
+echo ✅ Python embedded distribution installed
+echo ✅ Windows Print Service installed and configured  
+echo ✅ Auto-recovery enabled (restarts on failure)
+echo ✅ Service will start automatically on boot
+echo.
+echo 🌐 Service URL: http://localhost:8765
+echo 📊 Health check: http://localhost:8765/health
+echo 📁 Logs location: %LOG_DIR%
+echo.
+echo 📋 NEXT STEPS:
+echo 1. Install Chrome extension from 'chrome_extension' folder
+echo 2. Test service: http://localhost:8765/health  
+echo 3. Configure web application to use service
+echo.
+echo Press any key to test service connection...
+pause >nul
+
+REM Test service
+echo Testing service connection...
+timeout /t 3 >nul
+curl -s http://localhost:8765/health >nul 2>&1
+if %errorLevel% equ 0 (
+    echo ✅ Service is responding correctly!
+) else (
+    echo ⚠️  Service test failed - may need a moment to start
+    echo Check logs in: %LOG_DIR%
+)
+
+echo.
+echo Installation complete! Service is ready to use.
+pause
+'''
+            
+            # Add the updated installer
+            zipf.writestr("install_service_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.bat", updated_installer)
+            files_added += 1
+            
+            # Add comprehensive README
+            readme_content = f'''# Quality Print Service - ZERO DEPENDENCIES Package
+
+## 🎯 COMPLETE SELF-CONTAINED INSTALLATION
+
+This package contains EVERYTHING needed to run the Quality Print Service:
+
+### ✅ What's Included:
+- **Embedded Python {PYTHON_VERSION}** - No system Python required!
+- **Complete Print Service** - Zero external dependencies
+- **Windows Service Installer** - Automatic installation and recovery
+- **Chrome Extension** - Web browser integration
+- **Comprehensive Documentation** - Installation and usage guides
+
+### 🚀 INSTALLATION (5 Minutes):
+
+#### Requirements:
+- Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016+
+- Administrator privileges (for service installation)
+- Google Chrome browser
+
+#### Step 1: Extract Package
+- Extract this ZIP file to any location (Desktop, Downloads, etc.)
+- No permanent location needed - installer copies files automatically
+
+#### Step 2: Install Service
+- Right-click `install_service_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.bat`
+- Select "Run as administrator"
+- Follow the installation prompts
+
+#### Step 3: Install Chrome Extension
+- Open Chrome browser
+- Navigate to `chrome://extensions/`
+- Enable "Developer mode" (toggle in top-right)
+- Click "Load unpacked"
+- Select the `chrome_extension` folder from extracted package
+
+#### Step 4: Test Installation
+- Visit: http://localhost:8765/health
+- Should return: {{"status": "healthy", "service": "Windows Print Service"}}
+
+### 🔧 Technical Details:
+
+**Service Architecture:**
+```
+Quality Web App → Chrome Extension → Windows Service → Printer
+```
+
+**Printing Methods (automatic fallback):**
+1. Adobe Reader (silent printing)
+2. SumatraPDF (if Adobe unavailable)
+3. PowerShell Print-Document
+4. Microsoft Edge (fallback)
+5. Windows default printer
+
+**Service Management:**
+- Automatic startup on Windows boot
+- Auto-recovery on failure (3 restart attempts)
+- Comprehensive logging in: `%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs\\`
+
+**Network Configuration:**
+- Service runs on: http://localhost:8765
+- Chrome extension communicates via this local endpoint
+- No external network access required
+
+### 📂 Package Contents:
+```
+QualityPrintService_COMPLETE_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.zip
+├── python_embedded/           # Python {PYTHON_VERSION} embedded
+├── print_service_complete.py  # Main service script
+├── install_service_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.bat  # Installer
+├── chrome_extension/          # Browser extension
+│   ├── manifest.json
+│   ├── background.js
+│   ├── content.js
+│   ├── popup.html
+│   └── popup.js
+└── README.md                 # This file
+```
+
+### 🛠️ Troubleshooting:
+
+**Service Won't Start:**
+1. Check Windows Event Viewer → Windows Logs → Application
+2. Check service logs in: `%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs\\`
+3. Verify Python embedded installation in: `C:\\QualityPrintService\\`
+
+**Chrome Extension Not Working:**
+1. Verify extension is enabled in `chrome://extensions/`
+2. Check browser console for error messages
+3. Ensure service is running: http://localhost:8765/health
+
+**Printing Issues:**
+1. Verify printer is installed and accessible
+2. Check service logs for printing attempts
+3. Test manual PDF printing to verify printer functionality
+
+### 🔄 Uninstallation:
+```cmd
+# Stop and remove service
+sc stop QualityPrintService
+sc delete QualityPrintService
+
+# Remove installation directory
+rmdir /s /q C:\\QualityPrintService
+
+# Remove Chrome extension manually from chrome://extensions/
+```
+
+### 📞 Support:
+- Service logs: `%USERPROFILE%\\PrintService\\logs\\service.log`
+- Health check: http://localhost:8765/health
+- Printer list: http://localhost:8765/printers
+
+---
+**Package Version:** Complete Zero Dependencies
+**Python Version:** {PYTHON_VERSION} (Embedded)
+**Created:** {os.path.basename(__file__)}
+'''
+            
+            zipf.writestr("README_ZERO_DEPENDENCIES.md", readme_content)
+            files_added += 1
+            
+            print(f"\n📦 Package created successfully!")
+            print(f"📄 Total files: {files_added}")
+            print(f"📂 Location: {package_path}")
+            print(f"📏 Size: {package_path.stat().st_size / 1024 / 1024:.1f} MB")
+            
+    return True
+
+if __name__ == "__main__":
+    print("🚀 Creating Complete Zero-Dependencies Package...")
+    print("=" * 60)
+    
+    if create_complete_package():
+        print("\n✅ SUCCESS: Complete package created!")
+        print("\n📋 Next steps:")
+        print("1. Test the package on a clean Windows system")
+        print("2. Verify zero external dependencies")
+        print("3. Update Flask app to serve this package")
+    else:
+        print("\n❌ FAILED: Package creation failed")
+        sys.exit(1)