The phrase "copy form" typically refers to a document or paper that is similar to or exactly the same as another document. It means creating a duplicate or replicating something in written or printed form. Full definition
It's been published in hard copy form since 1975. (motorweek.org)
As discussed above, the second disc of this limited set, the DVD, contains only the feature film itself, both in the traditional sense and in digital copy form. (dvdizzy.com)
The document in its hard copy formed used to record the time stamp and location at the point of sale. (creditcardeducation.com)