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From: nathanm@hp-pcd.UUCP (nathanm)
Newsgroups: net.micro.hp
Subject: Re: Thinkjet recommendation
Message-ID: <49600003@hpcvre.UUCP>
Date: Thu, 22-Aug-85 17:22:00 EDT
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Posted: Thu Aug 22 17:22:00 1985
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Nf-From: hpcvre!nathanm    Aug 22 13:22:00 1985

> Actually, the paper for the thinkjet is just the opposite -- it is extra
> absorbent whereas normal clay-coated paper causes the droplets to bead up
> on impact.  The Thinkjet paper is only slightly more expensive than normal
> printer paper.  Plus, it has micro perforated tractor edges that tear much
> cleaner than normal rough perf.

Close... the secret of inkjet paper is that it is short-grained, and
prevents the ink from spreading.  This is a problem inherent in shooting
wet ink; special paper seems to be the best solution.

The paper is also slightly glossy, although I'm not sure how important
that is.

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Nathan Meyers
hp-pcd!nathanm