Versatile Paper For Flexible Shops

"I think that formation is an often-overlooked, but really important paper characteristic," she explains. "The way you can see good formation is to hold the paper up to a light. It should look very even—like ground glass. Good formation allows for a smooth, even ink lay, and it improves your opacity. It also contributes to a smooth, even lay of toner. So the same characteristics that make paper good for offset make the paper good for digital printing, if the paper is smooth."