Carbon paper pencils, also known as graphite transfer pencils, are not a common term or product. It's highly likely you are referring to using a regular pencil with carbon paper to transfer a design or writing. If that is the case, here's how you use a pencil in conjunction with carbon paper:
How to Use a Pencil with Carbon Paper for Transferring
The main purpose of carbon paper is to transfer an image or text from one surface to another. You'll need a pencil, the original image or text you want to transfer, carbon paper, and the surface you're transferring to.
- Prepare Your Materials: Gather your original image/text, the surface you're transferring to, and a sheet of carbon paper.
- Position the Carbon Paper: Place the carbon paper between the original image and the receiving surface. The carbon side (the dark, coated side) of the carbon paper must be facing down toward the surface you want to transfer the image to.
- Secure Everything: Make sure all layers (original, carbon paper, receiving surface) are secured to prevent shifting during the transfer process. You can use tape or clips.
- Trace the Image: Use a pencil to firmly trace over the lines of your original image or text. The pressure from the pencil will transfer the carbon from the carbon paper onto the surface below, creating a copy. Be sure to apply even pressure for a consistent transfer.
- Check the Transfer: Lift a corner of the original image and carbon paper to check the transfer. If any lines are faint, replace the carbon paper and trace over them again with the pencil.
- Remove the Materials: Once you're satisfied with the transfer, carefully remove the original image and carbon paper.
Keep in mind that carbon paper has a carbon side which is black. There is also a plastic side. The carbon side must always face the receiving surface.
