Is it ok to use the paper version of the Common app instead of the online one?

<p>Hi, this is a pretty basic question but I'm still a bit unsure--</p>

<p>I would prefer to use/send colleges just the paper copy of the common application (and all of the included teacher/counselor recommendation forms) instead of the online ones, which seem kind of confusing to me. I did already register on the common app website and I have a common app ID # (though, it's only required on the guidance counselor form...?) </p>

<p>Will colleges still take the paper copy, or will I be at some sort of disadvantage for not using the online one? </p>

<p>Thanks!</p>