The Coating attribute indicates the type of surface coating to be used for the media.

Choose from the following options:

None

No coating applied.

Glossy

Coating that has a high level of sheen and is very reflective.

Coated

Uses a surface sealant to render qualities to the media such as surface gloss, smoothness, and weight.

High gloss

Glossiest of all coatings rendering a mirror-like finish. This coating is very reflective and renders a sharp resolution.

Matte

Non-glossy with very little sheen; also known as "flat". This coating may slightly increase the thickness of the media.

Satin

Possesses a lower gloss level than a gloss coating but a higher gloss level than a matte coating. Colors appear sharp and vivid on the media.

Semi-gloss

The gloss level can be placed roughly in the middle between a gloss and matte coating. This coating renders a sharp resolution.

Inkjet

A special type of paper that gives high-quality and long-lasting prints.

Pearlescent

Coating that has shimmering pearl-like effect.