How To Develop Film?

Load exposed film into a developing tank in complete darkness or a changing bag

Mix developer, stop bath, fixer, and rinse aid according to the manufacturer’s instructions

Pre-wet the film if your chosen process or chemistry recommends it

Pour in developer and agitate for the recommended time and pattern

Drain the developer completely

Add stop bath or water rinse to halt development

Drain the stop bath or rinse completely

Pour in fixer and agitate for the recommended time

Drain the fixer completely

Wash the film thoroughly with running water or repeated fill-and-dump rinses

Add rinse aid if desired

Remove the film from the tank and hang it to dry in a dust-free area

Use film clips or weights to keep the film straight while drying

Let the film dry fully before cutting or scanning

Cut the dried film into strips and store it in sleeves

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