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Important Paper Properties for Color Xerography

Paper influences on document quality

Variables in the paper-making process can influence the quality and performance of the finished paper. While some variables are controlled to create specific stocks, others may result in imperfections.

•Formation – Formation is how fibers are distributed on a sheet. Poor fiber formation can cause mottle or uneven, spotty dry ink distribution in images with high solid area coverage. To gain insight into the formation of paper, hold a sample sheet up to a light. If the paper has good formation, it looks even and consistent. If it has poor formation, it will appear splotchy and uneven.

Hint: Fiber formation is especially important when documents include photographs or have high ink coverage. For best results, select a paper that has good formation.

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