masking tape on newish paint?

[Pbassred]

How old should paint be before you can apply masking tape over it? I'm using rattle cans. The instructions say to wait 7 days before using any rubbing compound so is it the same for tape?

While I'm here. Should I flat down before I lacquer?

[standupright]

regardless of age, use low adhesive blue painter's tape.

[Rocky McD]

waiting 24 hours should be sufficient but don't leave the tape on very long, or expose it to sun.
+1 on the blue tape.