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Photographic printing is the process of producing a final image for viewing, usually on sensitized Paper from a previously prepared photographic Negative . The process consists of three major steps, performed in a photographic Darkroom or within an automated photo printing machine: # ''Exposure'' of the image onto the sensitized paper using a Contact Printer or Enlarger # ''Processing'' of the Latent Image through a multistep chemical immersion process. ## ''Development'' of the exposed image. ## Optionally ''Stopping'' development by neutralizing, diluting or removing developing agent. ## ''Fixing'' the final print by dissolving remaining unexposed/undeveloped light-sensitive emulsion. ## ''Washing'' thoroughly to remove chemicals used in processing, protecting the finished print from fading and decay. # If made on glossy paper, Ferrotyping to enhance the reflective gloss. # Optional ''Toning'' of the print through additional chemical processes. # ''Texturing and drying'' of the final print. STANDARD PRINT SIZES Standard photographic print sizes are often denoted with a code of the format ''n''R, where the number ''n'' represents the length of the shorter edge in (35mm) at sizes of 8 inches or above. SEE ALSO
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