HP Photosmart D5400 series - Manual (Page 16)

6 Load paper
You can load many different types and sizes of paper in the HP Photosmart, including
letter or A4 paper, photo paper, transparencies, and envelopes. In addition, the
HP Photosmart lets you load and print directly on the surface of specially coated CDs
and DVDs. 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.
This section contains the following topics:
• Choose papers for printing
• Load paper
• Load a CD/DVD
• Avoid paper jams
Choose papers for printing
You can use different types and sizes of paper in the HP Photosmart. Review the following
recommendations to get the best printing quality.
This section contains the following topics:
• Recommended papers for printing
• Papers to avoid
Recommended papers for 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. Using paper that is too thin or too thick,
paper that has a slick texture, or paper that stretches easily can cause paper jams. Using
paper that has a heavy texture or does not accept ink can cause printed images to smear,
bleed, or not fill in completely.
Depending on your country/region, some of these papers might not be available.
HP Advanced Photo Paper or HP Photo Paper
HP Advanced Photo Paper or HP Photo Paper is a sturdy, glossy photo paper that
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), and 13 x 18 cm (5 x 7 inch). HP Advanced Photo
Paper is marked on the nonprinting corners with the following symbol:
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