Polaroid film is very sensitive to bright light during the first few minutes of development. It's important to shield your photo from bright light immediately after it ejects from the camera and keep it in a dark place while it develops. ... Polaroid film works best between 55 – 82°F (13 – 28°C).

Are you supposed to expose Polaroids to light?

It's extremely important if you want the best results possible with your film. Polaroid film is sensitive to light even after it has been ejected from the camera. ... The photo is still sensitive to light, however, and should still be kept shielded from strong light sources until it has developed further.

How long should a Polaroid sit in the dark?

We recommend allowing at least 1 hour to allow your film to return to ambient temperature before shooting.