Loading heat transfer paper correctly is crucial for successful printing and transfer. The specific location where you load the paper depends on the design of your printer.
To load T-Shirt transfer paper into your printer, follow these general guidelines based on your printer's paper handling capabilities:
- Printers with a Rear Tray: If your printer is equipped with a dedicated rear tray, this is typically the preferred location for thicker or specialty media like heat transfer paper. Load the paper into the rear tray.
- Printers Without a Rear Tray: For printers that do not have a rear tray, you should load the transfer paper into the standard cassette.
- Printers with Multiple Cassettes: If your printer features multiple paper cassettes (such as the PIXMA MX922 or the PIXMA MG7720), load the transfer paper into the lower cassette.
Identifying the Correct Paper Tray
Understanding your printer's layout is key to loading heat transfer paper properly.
- Check for a Rear Tray: Look on the back or top-rear of your printer for a fold-out tray specifically designed for paper feeding. This tray often provides a straighter paper path, which is beneficial for thicker materials.
- Locate the Cassette(s): The cassette is usually a drawer that pulls out from the front or bottom of the printer. Some printers have a single cassette, while others may have two or more stacked vertically.
- Load Paper Correctly:
- Ensure the paper is facing the correct direction for printing (this varies by paper and printer, often indicated on the paper packaging).
- Align the paper neatly within the tray or cassette, using the paper guides to hold it in place without bending it.
- Do not overload the tray or cassette; follow the maximum capacity indicated for specialty media.
Loading the heat transfer paper into the recommended tray helps prevent paper jams and ensures the best print quality for your transfer project. Always refer to your printer's manual for specific instructions on loading specialty papers if available.
