Toner
Toner is a special type of ink used in laser printers and photocopiers.
Unlike traditional liquid ink, toner is a fine powder that's melted or 'fused' onto the paper to create text and images.
Toner particles are made from a combination of pigment and plastic, enabling them to melt and bind to the paper when heated.
The use of toner is key in achieving sharp, clear, and long-lasting prints, particularly for high-volume print jobs.
Some professional digital printers today use a combination of toner and ink together which share give the quality of liquid inks with the fast drying binding qualities of toner.
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