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The timer is used to set the intervals at which the light is exposed to the photographic paper. After the timer is turned on, there is a switch that sets the exposure time. This can be put into milliseconds, seconds, or minutes. Often the photographic paper is exposed for around 15 seconds, though this depends largely on the quality of the negative, style of the photographer, contrast of the print, etc.

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Q: How is the timer used along side the enlarger in the darkroom?
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