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4 Paper basics
You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP Photosmart, including
letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes.
By default, the HP Photosmart is set to detect the size and type of paper you load in the
input tray automatically and then adjust its settings to generate the highest quality output
for that paper. If you are using special papers, such as photo paper, transparency film,
envelopes, or labels, or if you experience poor print quality using the automatic setting,
you can manually set the paper size and type for print and copy jobs.
This section contains the following topics:
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Recommended papers for photo printing” on page 11
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Recommended papers for printing” on page 12
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Load media” on page 13
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Information on paper” on page 17
Recommended papers for photo 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.
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 Photo Value Pack
HP Photo Value Packs conveniently package original HP cartridges and HP Advanced
Photo Paper to save you time and take the guesswork out of printing affordable
professional photos with your HP Photosmart. Original HP inks and HP Advanced Photo
Paper have been designed to work together so your photos are long lasting and vivid,
print after print. Great for printing out an entire vacation’s worth of photos or multiple prints
to share.
To order HP papers and other supplies, go to
www.hp.com/buy/supplies. If prompted,
choose your country/region, follow the prompts to select your product, and then click one
of the shopping links on the page.
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