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What's the difference between "Copy" paper and "Multipurpose" Paper?

Difference between Gloss Paper and Matt Paper?

  • I am ordering some photos (6" x 4") online and it is asking me whether I want gloss paper or matt paper? what is this? what does it mean? whats the difference thanks =]

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    Photos will appear sharper on glossy paper but the shiny surface will reflect the light and cause some glare when you're viewing them. Professional photogs prefer glossy for the sharpness. Matte finish paper does not reflect light but the image won't be quite as sharp. They're not super blurry or anything but just slightly less sharp if printed on matte paper.

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Gloss is shiny and gives a better representation, but finger marks show really well on these. Matt has a textured effect that does cause wierd elements to appear, but will handle better. If you want proper print get them blown up and printed on canvas/linen.

CiaoChao

Done this already - no need to ask twice....been answered

jamand

gloss is a shiny. matte doesn't have the shine. matte turns out nice.

Alexis

Gloss paper is glossy/shiny (like your photographs, before digital cameras came out). Matte isn't shiny/glossy. I prefer matte, because you don't get any sun glare if you move your photos around (if you know what I mean). They're better if you're thinking of framing your photos :)

BlueButterfly

Well, the names should kind of give you a hint. Glossy has a more shiny reflective surface and matt does not. I prefer matt.

jlb777

glossy is shiny, matte is not I always prefer matte finish for my photos

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