New Printer? Don't Start Printing Until You Watch This! Whats the best paper & software
Stop struggling with your first prints! Whether you’ve just unboxed a new printer or you're frustrated that your photos don’t look like they do on screen, this guide is for you. Keith Cooper breaks down the essential first steps to achieving professional-quality photo and art prints without the usual trial-and-error.
In this video, Keith explains why you should move away from printing via iPads or phones and how to leverage your computer for better results. You’ll learn the "golden rules" of paper selection, software choice, and the one critical step almost every beginner skips.
What you will learn:
The Computer Advantage: Why your Mac or PC is the key to high-quality printing.
Software Secrets: Why the free software from Epson and Canon is often your best starting point.
The 4 Essential Papers: Understanding Gloss, Luster, Matte, and Art papers—and which one to buy first.
The "Sample Pack" Trap: Why trying too many papers early on actually slows down your progress.
The Standard Test Image: How to use Keith’s free test image to prove your printer is working perfectly before you waste expensive paper.
Avoid the "Card Stock" Mistake: Why generic card stock often leads to poor results and what to use instead for greeting cards.
How to start printing better quality images with a new printer. Why some basic paper and printer software will get you off to a good start.
00:00 – Why most beginners struggle with their first prints
00:52 – Moving from iPad/Phone to Computer for better quality
02:18 – Understanding Printer Profiles: What they are and why they matter
03:02 – Choosing a printer: From EcoTanks to Professional models
05:09 – The Mac "AirPrint" problem with lower-end Canon printers
06:39 – Why you should start with Epson or Canon software
07:31 – The best "Starter" papers: Gloss, Lustre, or Matte?
10:02 – Moving up to Art Papers and Cotton Rag
11:13 – The mistake of using "Paper Sample Packs" too early
12:18 – CRITICAL: Why you must use a standard test image first
14:24 – The trap of generic "Card Stock" for inkjet printing
16:10 – Summary: Your 4-step checklist for great prints
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