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Photographic papers are manufactured in numerous standard sizes, paper weights and surface finishes. A range of emulsions are also available that differ in their light sensitivity, colour response and the warmth of the final image. Color papers are also available for making colour images.

Photo paper is glossy paper with an extra coating, which absorbs printer and copier ink better and dries faster. For that reason, it's most effective for photo-heavy brochures or marketing materials.

150gsm to 200gsm ? Such weights are the most common for image reproduction. Prints that have some keepsake value such as those that are due to be framed, displayed or mounted are generally printed on 180gsm to 200gsm options.

The best photo paper: Reviews & recommendations Best matte: Canson Infinity Rag Photographique Matte 310 gsm. Best for framing: Epson Ultra Premium Luster. Best glossy: Canon Photo Paper Pro Platinum. Best for art prints: Hahnemuhle Photo Rag 308 gsm. Best for black and white: Canson Infinity Platine Fibre Rag 310gsm.

What are the types of photo paper? There are four common types of photo paper: glossy paper, matte paper, satin/semi-gloss paper, and luster/pearl paper. Glossy paper creates a vivid, shiny look, plus it's cheap, which is why you'll often find casual photo albums filled with glossy prints.

Pearl Finish ? Often used by professional photographers and graphic designers, it includes slightly higher glossiness compared to satin finish. It benefits from vibrant deep color results, but yet still has a lower reflection than the gloss paper.

Choose between high gloss, soft gloss, matte, satin or luster finishes and add an extra touch to your photographs. What you choose should depend on your taste. However, it's important to remember that matte photo paper absorbs more ink than glossy, so the quality of the photo may be affected.

Print quality depends on many things like the printer and its capacity, resolution, and compatibility. But, the most crucial factor that influences the final outcome is the paper. If you don't choose the right paper, your photos won't look good. High-quality paper absorbs the right amount of ink.

You can, in theory, use almost any home printer to create black-and-white or color prints. Most printer software products include custom settings that will change the resolution of your print job to make them near perfect for photos.

Load photo paper into the main input tray Load compatible photo paper into the main input tray on your HP printer. Note: If your printer has a separate photo paper tray, consult your user guide on how to print from the tray. Remove any plain paper from the main paper tray.