Paper Properties

Which direction is the grain of the paper.

• 65lb.

• 250

• 8.5

• 11

This paper meets the standard brightness classification.

• True
• False

When making senior announcements what weight of paper should be used?

• 75-80 GSM

• 90-115 GSM

• 250-300 GSM

A client has asked for canvas prints of an image. What type of finish would be most appropriate?

Opacity is how much light can filter through a paper. The higher the number the more light is able to get through.

• True
• False

Why is it important for a print operator to know the grain direction?

Why is it important to understand paper finishes?

How do labels on reams of paper affect a print shop?

How does opacity affect print jobs?

Why does paper weight matter?