Turns out there is a difference. Standard copy paper is a thinner than printer paper — 20 lbs. … So, use cheaper copy paper for every day printing of text documents, and save your more expensive printer paper for graphics-heavy documents.
Subsequently, what does copy paper look like?
Sure, standard copy paper is white, but it isn’t as white as bright white paper. This specially developed paper features a non-textured surface and a brilliant white coating – making it perfect for professional, corporate use when you require more image and text definition.