Handling Media

Follow these guidelines as you handle or store media:

• Read and follow the guidelines provided with each type of media.
• Do not fold the media or otherwise damage its printable surface.
• Do not touch the printable surface. This prevents oil from your hands from causing print quality problems.
• When handling media, hold it by both edges, preferably while wearing cotton gloves.
• Keep the media dry and avoid storage locations subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, and high humidity.
• Retain the media packaging materials so you can use it to store unused media.
• After printing, do not touch, rub, or scratch the printed surface to avoid removing the ink.
• Dry printed media completely before folding or stacking it, or the printed surface may be damaged.
• Keep printed media out of direct sunlight.
• Display and store printed media as instructed in the media documentation.
• When you are not printing on media, remove it from the printer and place it in its original packaging to prevent deterioration.