It actually fires tiny drops, almost microscopic in size, onto the paper. Some printers fire smaller drops and their prints come out clearer than those used with larger drops of ink.
Inkjet Printer.
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No, you don’t have to use inkjet paper, but it’s recommended for the best results. Regular paper works for everyday printing, but inkjet paper is specially coated to absorb ink evenly, producing sharper text, richer colors, and less smudging or bleeding—especially for photos or high-quality documents.
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There are many types of inkjet paper that you can buy for your printer including HP paper and Epson brands.
Printers that form images without physically striking the paper are called non-impact printers. Examples: Inkjet printers – spray tiny droplets of ink onto paper. Laser printers – use a laser and toner to create images. Thermal printers – heat-sensitive paper changes color to form the image.
Inkjet printer cartridges are small plastic containers filled with ink which, when used in conjunction with a printer, can spray ink on to paper or other materials for printing purposes.
Office paper purchased for an inkjet printer can be used in any laser printer as well. The quality of the paper will affect the quality of your final printed product however.
Paper used in laser printers has a specific finish that is very smooth and slick. Today, there are lots of finishes, including everything from matte to glossy. These papers cost more than the standard paper that can be used in an inkjet printer. Using the paper intended for the specific printer renders the best results. Using regular paper in a laser printer won't harm the printer, but the results will not be as crisp and clear as with paper intended for laser printers. Laser paper used in an inkjet printer won't harm the printer, but is a waste of more costly paper.
Paper, toner if laser, ink if inkjet, inked ribbon if an impact printer.
Inkjet Printers
Inkjet printers shoot miniscule droplets of ink onto paper to create a seemingly fluid stroke.