<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, Avery is much more than labels, for example, we sell more than 30 million binders and dividers (each) per year. However, our label expertise goes all the way back to 1935 when Stan Avery created the first modern sticker<\/a>. Now we sell not only our original retail store packs<\/a> but blank labels you can buy online by the sheet<\/a> and our custom printed labels<\/a> from Avery WePrint\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Indeed, our research and development (R&D) team carry on the innovative spirit of Stan Avery every day. Particularly by testing Avery printable labels with different printers. In fact, the Avery R&D team puts roughly 5 hours per day<\/strong><\/em> into print-testing different types of labels. That’s 1,300 hours per year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main difference between laser and inkjet printers is the type of ink they use and how it sets or “dries.” Inkjet printers are pretty straightforward<\/a> in that they use tiny nozzles to spray wet ink directly on paper. Or, on inkjet-printable label sheets. Products that are inkjet-printable absorb ink allowing it to sink in and dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whereas laser printers use “dry ink,” static electricity and heat<\/a>. To explain, laser printers use static electricity to move toner powder (“dry ink”) onto printable products. Then heat is applied to set the print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Laser printers have toner cartridges with distinctive long pale blue cylinders. In contrast, inkjet cartridges are containers with wet ink inside. In a color inkjet printer, you will see CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black) ink cartridges<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, you can always look up Avery products on Avery.com as long as you have the product number. Label product pages on Avery.com certainly will list what kind of printer to use. Otherwise, give our Customer Care team a call at (800)462-8379<\/a> and they’d be happy to let you know what kind of Avery labels you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. Go to “Products” in the main menu. Choose “In-Store Packs” from the three main icons.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n 2a. Desktop:<\/strong> Scroll down to view the filter section on the left side menu<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n 2b. Mobile: <\/strong>Click the “Filter” button for filter options<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The “Laser” filter shows only printable labels designed to work in laser printers. The “Inkjet” filter will show only printable labels designed for use with inkjet printers. The “Laser\/Inkjet” filter will take you to printable labels that can be used in either laser or inkjet printers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It really depends on the type of label material you choose and how you’ll use them. If you\u2019re not sure what material you want to use, we wrote an awesome post on how to choose the right label material for product packaging<\/a>. Even if you don\u2019t make products, it\u2019s a great overview of the different types of label materials<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Although “stickers” and “labels” mean two different things<\/a>, the process & equipment for printing labels and printing stickers are essentially the same. It all comes back down to the material you\u2019re printing on and end-use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, if you want to print water-resistant<\/em><\/strong> removable stickers for decorating water bottles then printable removable decal sheets<\/a> are the way to go. And, you can use them with both laser and inkjet printers! However, if you want to print waterproof<\/em><\/strong> vinyl stickers, we\u2019ve got printable vinyl sheets for that<\/a>. For truly waterproof stickers, use our vinyl sheets with laser printers only<\/em> so that water won’t affect the print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re printing something like planner stickers or regular decorative stickers, there are two things to consider: quantity and quality. Firstly, how many stickers are you printing? Both laser and inkjet printers are great for printing stickers in small batches. However, if you\u2019re planning on printing large quantities a laser printer is the better choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, how many colors are in your artwork, and what is the desired quality? An inkjet printer is best if you plan on printing photo stickers or designs with complex color depth and tonal range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally speaking, both laser and inkjet printers can be used to print 4\u201d x 6\u201d labels. It\u2019s not so much about the type of printer<\/em><\/strong>, but whether the specific model supports non-standard sheet sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Likewise, the steps for printing non-standard sheets can vary by both make and model. Some printers may require that you change settings or simply adjust the printing guides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To print on 4″ x 6″ label sheets, first, confirm with the manufacturer or the printer manual that the printer is compatible. Then follow the steps to check alignment, which we’ve covered in the video below. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPrinting labels is kind of our thing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Laser vs. inkjet printers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to tell if your printer is inkjet or laser <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How to tell what kind of Avery labels you have<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Why does the printer type matter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When printer type does NOT matter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How to search Avery labels by printer type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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3. Click the “Printer Type” filter<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\nIs inkjet or laser better for printing labels?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Which type of printer is best for stickers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What kind of printer do I need for 4″ x 6″ label sheets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n