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10-09-2025 02:18 PM
Hi @BJRaynor,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
Loading transfer paper into your HP printer is similar to loading regular paper, but there are a few important steps to ensure the design prints correctly and transfers well onto your T-shirt.
Official Guidelines for Transfer Paper
1. Check Printer Compatibility
- Most HP inkjet printers (like DeskJet, ENVY, and OfficeJet) work with transfer paper.
- Laser printers require laser-compatible transfer paper; never use inkjet paper in a laser printer.
2. Prepare the Transfer Paper
- Identify the printable side (usually lighter or marked as “print this side”).
- Keep the paper flat and avoid bending.
3. Load Transfer Paper
- Open the input tray.
- Place one sheet at a time to avoid jams.
- Printable side should face down if your printer feeds from the bottom (most HP inkjets).
- Adjust the paper guides snugly.
4. Printer Settings
- In your print dialog:
- Select Plain Paper or Photo Paper (depending on transfer paper instructions).
- Set Best Quality.
- Disable duplex printing.
- For iron-on transfers, mirror the image before printing (usually in the app or print settings).
5. Print and Transfer
- Print your design.
- Let the ink dry completely.
- Follow the transfer paper instructions for ironing (temperature, pressure, and time).
I hope this helps.
Take care and have an amazing day!
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