Ilford Galerie Prestige Smooth Pearl - 5x7 - 100 Sheets - 310gsm

Yes, it is compatible with most dye and pigment inkjet printers. However, always check your printer's specifications for maximum paper weight and thickness it can handle.

The pearl surface offers a semi-gloss finish that reduces glare significantly compared to a high-gloss paper, while still providing excellent color saturation and a smooth feel. It also tends to hide fingerprints better.

When printed with pigment inks and stored properly (protected from light and environmental damage), prints on this paper can achieve good archival longevity. For maximum longevity, consider framing with UV-protective glass.

GSM stands for 'grams per square meter,' which is a measure of paper weight. 310gsm is a heavyweight paper, indicating a substantial and high-quality feel.

Store unused sheets in their original packaging in a cool, dry environment, away from direct sunlight and humidity, to maintain paper quality.

Yes, the advanced coating is designed to work effectively with both dye-based and pigment-based inkjet inks, offering excellent results with either type.

Ensure the paper is loaded correctly and not creased. Check your printer's settings to confirm it's configured for heavyweight paper. Try printing one sheet at a time through the manual feed if available.

Verify that the correct paper type is selected in your printer driver settings. Ensure your monitor is calibrated and that you are using appropriate color profiles for your printer and this paper type. Check that the print quality settings are set to high.

Although designed for instant dry, ensure your printer's ink settings are optimized. If smudging occurs, allow prints to air dry for a few minutes longer before handling. Confirm that you are using compatible dye or pigment inks.