Which of these printer types requires a special paper coated with a color-changing chemical?
A) Inkjet
B) Thermal
C) Impact
D) Laser
E) Perhaps I should just buy graph paper instead of printing it
The answer: B) Thermal
Thermal printers operate by heating sections of a special paper to display information on the page.
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Want to know more? Watch “Understanding Thermal Printers.”If you’ve been handed a credit card receipt before, then you’re probably familiar with the output from a thermal printer. In this video, you’ll learn about the components used in thermal printing and the special paper used in this almost silent printing process. |
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