A problem with developing prints on the sticky-side of tapes concerns the chemistry of the
adhesives, which affects subsequent print development. There can also be physical issues
concerning collecting tapes and rendering them ready for print development. A rule of thumb
should be that should be collected, preserved and taken to the laboratory for print development,
especially if the tape is stuck to itself. However, there might be rare instances when this is
impossible, and un-sticking the tape and developing the prints on-scene is necessary.