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Paper basics, Recommended papers for printing

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5 Paper basics • Recommended papers for printing • Load media Recommended papers for printing If you want the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that are specifically designed for the type of project you are printing. Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available. ColorLok • HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo for printing and copying of everyday documents. All papers with the ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and dry faster than ordinary plain papers. Look for papers with the ColorLok logo in a variety of weights and sizes from major paper manufacturers. HP Advanced Photo Paper • This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling without smudging. It resists water, smears, fingerprints, and humidity. Your prints have a look and feel comparable to a store-processed photo. It is available in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes - glossy or soft gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents. HP Everyday Photo Paper • Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper designed for casual photo printing. This affordable, photo paper dries quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp images when you use this paper with any inkjet printer. It is available in semi-gloss finish in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, and 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs). For longer-lasting photos, it is acid-free. HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper • These papers are glossy-coated or matte-coated on both sides for two-sided use. They are the perfect choice for near- photographic reproductions and business graphics for report covers, special presentations, brochures, mailers, and calendars. HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper • These papers are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for presentation, proposals, reports, and newsletters. They are heavyweight for an impressive look and feel. HP Bright White Inkjet Paper • HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp text. It is opaque enough for two-sided color usage with no show-through, which makes it ideal for newsletters, reports, and flyers. It features ColorLok Technology for less smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors. Paper basics 17

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Paper basics
Recommended papers for printing
Load media
Recommended papers for printing
If you want the best print quality, HP recommends using HP papers that are specifically designed for the type of project you
are printing.
Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.
ColorLok
HP recommends plain papers with the ColorLok logo for printing and copying of everyday documents. All papers with the
ColorLok logo are independently tested to meet high standards of reliability and print quality, and produce documents with
crisp, vivid color, bolder blacks, and dry faster than ordinary plain papers. Look for papers with the ColorLok logo in a
variety of weights and sizes from major paper manufacturers.
HP Advanced Photo Paper
This thick photo paper features an instant-dry finish for easy handling without smudging. It resists water, smears,
fingerprints, and humidity. Your prints have a look and feel comparable to a store-processed photo. It is available in several
sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs), 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch), and two finishes
- glossy or soft gloss (satin matte). It is acid-free for longer lasting documents.
HP Everyday Photo Paper
Print colorful, everyday snapshots at a low cost, using paper designed for casual photo printing. This affordable, photo
paper dries quickly for easy handling. Get sharp, crisp images when you use this paper with any inkjet printer. It is available
in semi-gloss finish in several sizes, including A4, 8.5 x 11 inch, and 10 x 15 cm (4 x 6 inch) (with or without tabs). For
longer-lasting photos, it is acid-free.
HP Brochure Paper or HP Superior Inkjet Paper
These papers are glossy-coated or matte-coated on both sides for two-sided use. They are the perfect choice for near-
photographic reproductions and business graphics for report covers, special presentations, brochures, mailers, and calendars.
HP Premium Presentation Paper or HP Professional Paper
These papers are heavy two-sided matte papers perfect for presentation, proposals, reports, and newsletters. They are
heavyweight for an impressive look and feel.
HP Bright White Inkjet Paper
HP Bright White Inkjet Paper delivers high-contrast colors and sharp text. It is opaque enough for two-sided color usage
with no show-through, which makes it ideal for newsletters, reports, and flyers. It features ColorLok Technology for less
smearing, bolder blacks, and vivid colors.
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