The paper used for receipts is usually thin and has a shiny surface. Different types of paper are used for different types of receipts. Thermal paper is used for receipts that need to be heat-sensitive. Wood-free paper is used for receipts that don't need to be heat-sensitive. And carbonless paper is used for receipts that don't need to be printed. These are the three most common types of paper used for receipts. You can use many different types of printers to print receipts, depending on your resources and personal taste.