CLEARSNAP ColorBox Archival Dye Refill Ink refills are an inexpensive way to extend the life of your inkpads Shake well then squeeze several drops onto the inkpad surface and work evenly into the pad with the bottle tip if necessary When used directly on surfaces it dries quickly on most coated non-absorbent craft materials including matte or shiny papers clay canvas and many more Ideal to use when working with other water based products as it will not smear when completely dried