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Which side of the paper usually has the best result? Is it the glossy side or is it the other side? I have attempted to transfer toner to my PCB about 10 times with 2 different types of paper.

When I use the glossy side most times the toner peels up with the paper while it cuerls away from the PCB while soaking in the water. Once I got the toner to stay in the PCB but there was a thin layer of film remaining on the toner and covering the areas which should be etched away.

When I use the other side of the paper, and let it soak for some time I can get most of the paper to remove from the PCB but while trying to remove the remaing paper from the PCB some of the toner lifts off as well.

Thanks,
Jesse