: It allows for precise detailing by ensuring paint only adheres to the intended body panels.

: Much like real-world auto painting, players use paper and tape to cover windows, trim, lights, and other non-paintable parts to prevent "overspray" when applying new paint or primer.

The update for My Garage included various physics and mechanical fixes. While "paper covering" itself is a core gameplay mechanic rather than a specific new feature of that exact date, ensuring your vehicle is fully covered is essential for the advanced painting systems refined in these early 2023 builds.

: Properly masking a vehicle is a necessary step before using spray guns or cans to achieve a high-quality finish and avoid ruining clean components. Version Context (v2023.01.15)