Introduction to Using, Loading, and Storing Media
You can achieve good results with most types of plain paper. However, coated papers provide superior printouts because they absorb less ink.
Epson provides special papers that are formulated for the ink used in Epson ink jet printers, and recommends these papers to ensure high-quality results.
For details on Epson special media, click the Appendix tab in the upper right corner of the User’s Guide window, and then click Product Information, Ink, Paper and Options.
When loading special paper distributed by Epson, read the instruction sheets packed with the paper first and keep the following points in mind.
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Load the paper into the paper cassette printable side down. The printable side is usually whiter or glossier. See the instruction sheets packed with the paper for more information. Some types of paper have cut corners to help identify the correct loading direction.
If the paper is curled, flatten it or curl it slightly in the opposite direction before loading. Printing on curled paper may cause ink to smear on your printout.
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Selecting which tray to use and its loading capacities
Refer to the following table to select the paper cassette tray and its loading capacities according to the type and size of the media you are using.
Media Type
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Size
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Loading Capacity (sheets)
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Tray
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Plain paper
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A4
B5
A5
Other
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120 *1 *2
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Main tray
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A6
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20 *1
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Photo tray
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Epson Premium Ink Jet Plain Paper
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A4
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120 *2
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Main tray
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Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper
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A4
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100
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Main tray
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Epson Bright White Ink Jet Paper
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A4
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100 *2
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Main tray
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Epson Photo Paper
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.)
10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.)
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20
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Photo tray
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Epson Glossy Photo Paper
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.)
10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.)
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20
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Photo tray
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Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.)
10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.)
16:9 wide size (102 × 181 mm)
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20
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Photo tray
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Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.)
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20
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Photo tray
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Epson Ultra Glossy Photo Paper
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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13 × 18 cm (5 × 7 in.)
10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in.)
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20
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Photo tray
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Epson Matte Paper - Heavyweight
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A4
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20
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Main tray
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Epson Double-Sided Matte Paper
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A4
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1
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Main tray
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Epson Cool Peel’ Iron-on T-shirt Transfer / Epson Iron-On Cool Peel Transfer Paper
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A4
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1
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Main tray
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Epson Photo Stickers
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A6
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1
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Photo tray
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Envelope
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10
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Main tray
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*1 Calculated using paper with a weight of 75 g/m².
*2 The loading capacity for manual 2-sided printing is 30 sheets.
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The availability of paper varies by location.
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See the following images for your reference.
a.
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Photo tray
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b.
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Main tray
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Storing Epson photo paper
Return unused paper to the original package as soon as you finish printing. Epson recommends storing your printouts in a resealable plastic bag. Keep them away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.
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