Although it’s against my better judgment (and rather medieval of me) to cite authority rather than to suggest that one simply find the best match between personal darkroom habits and the most suitable processing method, here goes –
“My personal preference is to develop sheet or film-pack in a tray,” AA says in The Negative. “I find this assures more even development than tank development, provided the trays are large enough to allow for generous movement during agitation.”
Personally, I like sloshing two 4x5 sheets, and counter-intuitively, shuffling 3 or 4 – then back to sloshing if it’s 5 or 6. But I don’t think I’d suggest my way as a preferred choice for others. What finally works best for you may also prove unique.
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