In photography, how do you process and develop black and white film? What are all the steps?
I can only give you a general guide because you will need different times and procedures depending what chemicals and film you use. Step 1: In total darkness, remove the film from the cassette. Pull the flat end (as opposed to the end with the tip of the spool sticking out) off the 35mm canister with a can opener. Unwind the film and remove the end of the film from the spool by peeling off the tape that connects it. Step 2: Load the film onto either a metal or plastic film reel. For beginners, plastic may be easier to learn than metal. With plastic, you simply slide one end of the film into a slot on the outer edge of the reel and “walk” the film in until it is loaded. Metal demands a higher degree of dexterity, which might not be appreciated when you’re standing in the dark struggling to get your valuable shots onto the @#%$^ing reel. Following the instructions that come with the tank, practice loading a few times with a sacrifical roll in daylight so you can see and get the feel for
