Basic Printing3Loading Paper Print Media to AvoidDo not use the following types of paper. Using such paper will not only produceunsatisfactory results, but can also cause the printer to jam or malfunction.• Folded, curled or wrinkled paper• Damp paper• Excessively thin paper (less than 64 gsm or 17 lb)• Excessively thick paper* (more than 105 gsm or 28 lb)*non-Canon branded paper• Picture postcards• Postcards affixed with photos or stickers• Envelopes with double flaps• Sealed envelopes• Envelopes with an embossed or treated surface• Any type of paper with holes (such as loose-leaf) Loading the Print MediaIn this example, description is provided of the steps used to load Plain Paper in yourprinter.• For detailed information on the specialty media Canon provides for use with itsvarious printers, refer to the section "Using Special MediaUsing Special MediaUsing Special MediaUsing Special Media" on page 5.• Consult theUser’s Guide for detailed instructions on how to load envelopes andspecialty media in the printer.1 Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it.Important When paper is curled, hold the opposing curled corners andgently bend them in the opposite direction until the paperbecomes completely flat.