A Paper Sizes

A paper size in cm, inches.

A series paper sizes and dimensions are defined by the ISO 216 international paper size standard. The A series is comman and world wide used paper size. The base A0 size of paper is defined as having an area of 1 m2 and a dimension ratio of 1 to √2. Successive paper sizes in the series A1, A2, A3, and so forth, are defined by halving the preceding paper size across the larger dimension. This also effectively halves the area of each sheet. The most frequently used paper size is A4 measuring 210 by 297 millimetres (8.27 in × 11.7 in). The standard dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimetre.

A Paper Sizes

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This list of the common American and European paper sizes includes the ISO standards, which are used globally. All dimensions are specified in inches, millimeters as well as PostScript points (1/72 inch, always rounded off). The overview covers:

  • ISO page sizes – The ISO A series is the most frequently used page measurement standard. It includes the DIN A4 format. The ISO B sizes are used for poster printing while ISO C is meant for envelopes. The SRA standard defines press sheet sizes and is used in the printing industry.
  • American paper size dimensions – such as ‘Letter’, ‘Legal’ and the ANSI series.
  • English sheet sizes – with a focus on formats for writing paper and book printing .

Newspaper sizes

Iso a paper sizes.

The A-series consists of a logical set of paper sizes that are defined by the ISO 216 standard. The largest size ( A0 ) measures one square meter. The height/width ratio remains constant (1:1.41) for all sizes. This means you get the A1 size by folding an A0 paper in two along its shortest side. Then fold the A1 size in two to get an A2 size paper, and so on… A-sizes are used to define the finished paper size in commercial printing: A4 is for office documents, A5 is for notepads and A6 is for postcards.

This drawing illustrates the principle behind the ISO A series:

A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7 and A8

ISO B paper sizes

The same logic from the A-sizes also applies for the B-series, except here the starting point was the dimension of one of the sides, which starts at 1 meter. B-sizes are often used for posters.

ISO C paper sizes

C-sizes are used for envelopes to match the A-series paper. I have omitted unrealistic sizes like C0 (imagine an envelope measuring 917 by 1297 millimeters).

ISO D paper sizes

I have no idea what D-sizes are used for but the standard is there so it should be mentioned.

ISO RA & SRA paper sizes

These oversized papersizes are used by printers. The dimensions in millimetres are rounded to the nearest value.

American paper sizes

The US and Canada do not use the international standards but instead rely on the paper sizes below. The ANSI standard was added in 1995 to create a set of sizes that are based on shared dimensions. It lacks however the consistent aspect ratio of the ISO A-series.

English paper sizes (writing papers)

The English nowadays use the A-sizes for office and general use. I have no idea whether many of these definitions are still in use today. Imperial and half-imperial still seem to be widely used by artists.

UK metric book printing sizes

For books A-sizes often aren’t used because A4 is too large and A5 too small. Metric Royal Octavo and Metric Crown Quarto are 2 frequently used sizes that are more comfortable to hold and read.

The dimensions of newspaper pages are not that strictly defined, so the average or most frequently used size is mentioned.

Other sources of information

There are a number of other web sites that list paper sizes and their use. Check them out if you need a second opinion 🙂

  • Papersizes.org

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Wonderfully nerdy, thank you. I have printed sheet music from several different American publishers that’s 9″ W x 12″ H. It’s the sort of pieces that an amateur or school concert band would play. I don’t see that size in your list and I wonder if that’s some sort of music industry standard.

I am looking for the equivalent of 8 3/8 in x 10 7/8 in (213 mm x 276mm). What’s the name of the paper with this size?

Here’s some info (for US readers) that might save them some frustration.

Until recently it wasn’t that hard to find 3-hole punched half-letter/statement/note-size paper in both office supply stores and places like Walmart and Target. It was a convenient size – not as bulky as standard letter size paper – but still large enough to hold a reasonable amount of notes. Finally the paper was punched and decent binders were affordable so it was easy to keep the information up-to-date. I’ve used plenty of spiral-bound notebooks of the same size but one of the aggrevations is that you can’t insert pages or move them around. So they get ‘fuzzy’ with all of the tabs on the pages, and/or it starts looking really lame because I’ve ripped out so many pages of outdated information.

There were 6-ring binders with A5 paper but they were part of expensive day planner kits. (There’s also 7-hole punched paper that works with either but it’s hder to find.)

However for some reason a few years ago the half-legal paper started disappearing, then the binders and other things. It’s now gone entirely from Target (at least locally), and I think Walmart has also either fully dropped it or you can only get small packs of ruled paper for $$$. The local Staples still has binders and separators but no paper.

I’ve looked for modest A5 binders, 3- or 6-ring, but they still seem to be focused on fancier day planners than utilitarian notebooks. Note the current half-legal binders at Staples aren’t exactly cheap – they’re around $10 – but that’s a lot less than the 6-ring binders and don’t have unwanted extras like a cloth cover and strap. I just want something where I can keep my paper notes someplace convenient and in something that may not be ideal conditions. Otherwise I would just keep my notes on my ipad.

That said… you can still find half-letter paper on Amazon. Lined or unlined, 3-hole punched or not.

But now the fun bit….

One of the reasons I use a laser printer is that the pages don’t smear when they get wet. They can also print unusual sizes. With my last printer I would routinely print 3×5″ cards, but with my current printer I can’t print below 4×6″ cards.

A lot of my notes fall into a category where I’m essentially filling out a form. It’s a pretty simple process where I can print out some blank forms that I complete by hand as necessary, and then re-print the completed forms for future reference.

Fine… but either my printer or Libre Office (or both) have quietly had an update such that they no longer handle half-letter size. I can still put the paper in the software and/or printer insist on rescaling what’s printed. (I haven’t tried printing to PDF and then printing that – and I’m not even sure that would work.)

Half-letter and A5 paper are almost the same size – they’re close enough that I can put the A5 paper in the half-letter binder. But you have to check this on a case-by-case basis – the paper may brush against the tab you push to ppen the rings, or might extend a little too far to the sides.

Maybe this will all shake out in a few years – we’ll be able to get inexpensive but decent binders etc. for A5 paper, using either 3- or 6-hole punches – but for now it’s something to keep in mind if you want to create notebooks this size.

Why isn’t there a standard book size based on 8.5 x 14, folded to 8.5 x 7 for 4 pages (front and back)? Home printing is crazy difficult because it’s so hard to find quality printer paper sized to fit a home printer and to find printers that will print on standard sizes and even more difficult to find equipment reasonably priced to cut large sheets designed for large market printers down to standard book sizes.

It’s called Legal Size paper (8.5×14). I use it for exactly the same thing. Very useful.

Thank you for this information, I am a paper conservator and it is really useful to know sizes and names of paper. Sam

I am looking for 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 or the equlvalent of and preferably 3 hole punched. Have any idea where I can find that?

The only paper that size with 3 hole punch that I have been able to find is already lined or printed sets, and they cost more than I am willing to pay. I buy a ream of 8.5 x 11 and have it cut in half at the store. They will usually do this for a small fee (like $1). Some stores will punch it as well, but most are not equipped to 3-hole punch paper that size. I usually do it myself. It’s effort, but I get exactly what I want for far less than I would have to pay for almost what I want.

Found on Amazon…both lined and unlined, 3 hole punched. EZPZ

HELP! I need to find a source for a paper tray/organizer (preferably stackable) for A2-sized paper. I have seen these in archives and historical societies where they have trays of maps printed on large sized paper, but I have been unable to find such a product anywhere.

Why humans complicate everything, like if using a different size or thickness of paper will change what is written on it. Funny!

That is an odd point of view because it seems to imply that standardization adds needless complexity. It is actually meant to simplify things and reduce mistakes or misinterpretations.

One standard would be a simplification. All of these different standards complicate things. Having so many different “standards” rather defeats the concept of a standard. What mistake or misinterpretation is avoided by changing the paper size? Are we thinking that the shape or size of the paper is assigned to certain tasks only? Perhaps diplomas on A5 and legal documents on ANSI B? That might make things more efficient for those handling large quantities of paper that have different purposes. But the point that was being made was that the paper size does not alter the meaning of the content. We standardize electronic components and other things. Why not ‘actually’ standardize paper?

Which is the best paper for printing gym exercise posters

That is something that you better discuss with your printer.

this helped a lot ty

Do you have any information on a print size of 11 7/8 by 8 7/8?

where the hell is 20×30 inches?

I did not include any of the older English uncut printing paper sizes in this overview. They indeed include the 20×30 inches Double Crown size.

You mention that you’re not sure what the ISO D sizes are for – they are envelope sizes for the B series, much like C are envelope sizes for A.

hi… i am using html2pdf to convert html to pdf… actually i have a large size of html container like 12x12in (inches). and i have used A4 size for the first time then my html content not showing completely till as per the size (12×12 in) then i have look into your site and i found all paper size here.. thanks for that important info… but now, when i have used A3 size i have found, my all html content inside the pdf file….but there are so much space at the bottom of my contents in pdf… So i want to know… IS there any way to reduce this space from the pdf or any other way to convert html to pdf with manually defined page height and width…

Thanks in Advance.

Hello… can i increase height and width of A4 paper size? Actually i have a div with size of 12×12 inches and i want to create a pdf of it… and i have tried A,B,C and all related paper size. But output is 8.27×11.69 inches… How can i do this.. please help!!!

Thanks in Advance….

You don’t seem to have a problem with a paper size, you struggle with a printer driver or export settings. I can’t help with those.

thank you so much

What is the standard size of books that are published in the rest of the world other than England and the U.S.?

I am writing up a family history that will be printed in Germany and would like to utilize a size that they would be familar with.

They will print any size you want, using a bigger size and cutting it to spec. You should ask about cost per piece.

Don’t forget there is printing on demand, which is s bit more expensive but you do not have to print a big number of books to keep in stock somewhere.

Good post. I be taught something on completely different blogs everyday. It’s going to all the time be stimulating to read content material materials from other writers and comply with just a bit something from their blog.

MY original post on this topic was ‘ Why is it that UK bank statements (and some other official documents), use paper that measures 300mm X 210mm – i.e. just 3mm longer than standard A4? It matters. because it won’t fit in a standard copier feed tray.

… and I thought that size doesn’t matter …

Regarding your observation: American paper sizes lacks the consistent aspect ratio of the ISO A-series. You are absolutely correct!!!

That is because in the decades prior to Personal Computer, the US Standard “Letter” Sizes were for designed for the draftsman: the kind-a guy sitting at the angled desk with the only electrical device in sight would be the light bulb (he EVEN had to manually sharpen his own pencils).

Size A is 8-1/2″ x 11″ inches (how they determined that I do NOT know). After that (B,C,D,etc.) sizes either doubled in width and/or height as needed for drafting (the biggest ones were nick-named bed sheets). At one time I the task of printing out blue prints stored on microfilm embedded in punch cards: I think F is the largest size I remember seeing on a regular basis but I am almost positive that they go larger than that (I mean in the US Standard Letter Sizes). Most of the blue prints stored on microfilm that I saw were of size D or E.

BTW You can add 2 additional US Commercial Standard Paper Sizes (mostly for historical purposes):

#1 Statement size: 8-1/2 by 5.5 (also known as the half sheet) As a kid I always thought that the half-sheet was just a letter size sheet of paper physically torn in half. I recently cleaned out an office that had numerous forms printed in the 1970’s. The forms that were not letter size were statement size (exactly half the size of the Letter-Size sheet of paper 🙂

#2 US Standard Fan-Fold (aka green bar): 14-7/8″ by 11″ – These are/were for the wide pin-feed (teletype / industrial / factory) printers. Just FYI, Tracey

The different sizes for drafting documents in the United States. The ANSI A through E are for engineering drawings. There are a few additional sizes recognized for engineering drawings. ANSI F, which was 28×40 and mainly used for Naval designs, and G (11×22.5 to 11×90), H (28×44 to 28×143), J (34×55 to 34×176), and K (40×55 to 40×143) which are roll length drawings. Architectural drawings are another set of sizes altogether.

I wanted to change Letter to A4, but then I had to choose from a new dropdown: A4 1/4, A4 1/3. What is that?

Width should always be before height. The end.

If you are referring to my post width is before height.

Actually, width should NOT ALWAYS be before height. The grain direction for the leaf (i.e., sheet of paper) is indicated by the first dimension that is stated. Grain direction is important when printing because having the grain direction running parallel to the direction of the spine or spine fold of the content being printed is the desirable condition. This reality of paper grain direction is one of the fundamental, basic essentials in publishing and printing.

I am going to be getting a book printed do you have any suggestions on what size I should set it up for. Will be a small book currently is 91 pages 8.5 x 11(Letter)

We have music printed on 14″ x 10″ paper and then folded. Can anyone tell me what paper size this is and where it can be bought

Why do UK banks and some other ‘official’ bodies print statements on paper that is about 2mm longer than the standard A4? i.e. 210mm X 299mm

What is the percentage increase from A5 to B5 paper size.

Hopefully someone can help?

I have a question… what would be the actual size of an oversize ANSI E? Thanks!

Found this if it helps anyone

http://www.scrivs.co.uk/1/a1-paper-size.html

Do u have any information on how to fold E-size paper to fit in 11X17 binders? Would appreciate it greatly.

the information on this site is quite helpful. I can now comfortly choose a size that is close to what I have in mind. To me, ISO paper sizes remained the standard measuerements. Thanks.

Hey I’ve been told by my boss to print a document in 7.25 x 9.5 inch size.

Does this dimension have a name? Is it a ‘popular’ size?

This is most likely way too late. No it’s not a common one. The paper is the Executive, Monarch

Data is clear and i got a timely help

hi,this site is very useful 4 me.if i get any problem,sorted out by u.thx a lot.

Thanks to your website, we discovered a book we had was size A6. We needed that size to correctly scan the document quickly, without cropping. Adobe Acrobat rotated the pages correctly.

Thanks for your help!

In the UK I use A4 for document originals and print A5 for their booklet equivalent.

What size of .pdf document will allow the US to print a Letter sized original but still print a 1/2 sized booklet.

Any advice would help

Christopher,

If you have not found your answer regarding, “elephant”, I will try to give you one. Elephant is an traditional English Paper & Book size of paper. The basic size is 23″ x 28″ or 584mm x 711cm.

Hi, i am an IT admin/supervisor from middleast it helped me for my thirdparty erp’s

Thanks for Ur Effort Ur Effort Appreciated

sd/mir shaukat ali (indian)

Hi T. Ward,

What is the standard printing size for documents in India? A4, letter, other?

As far as I know it is A4 – which was adopted as the national standard in 1957.

dear sir i am starting a new printing press so i need information reguarding printing pls help me

It is not wise to enter in any business which is unfamiliar.

will you please tell me which type of paper use in laundry dry clinning bill book. what is a quality of paper which goes with keep with cloath as tag to identify customer cloths

Hi I am greatfull to you all, since i m working as a print production supervisor.This chart is very much helpfull to me, Thanks to people on NemLaxmi Pvt. Ltd

Thanks for telling me this we where talking about why the bigger the number the smaller the page size so thanks!

Is it possible to have it sent to my email box

Great job.Very useful and helpful for printers

Chris PrintEdge Ltd, Nigeria

Thanks for informations

Neat … love the comments too … have a look-see at – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_size – mentions ‘elephant’ size there.

It is funny for me to read all this comments and questions about paper sizes. For me as German the sizes are crystal clear with our DIN A (Deutsche Industrie Norm) now named ISO for international understanding. I fully agree with Alistair about the ignorance of America in that matter. Sunny regards from Athens, Greece Juliane

Your website is really helpful for the architectural students like me.

Thanks once again

Your listings are very helpful as a Brit, expatriated to USA now back in UK again. I am looking for a UK source for Legal & Letter size hanging files for my US office furniture I brought back. Any ideas? Thanks, Feebs

What a mine of useful information!

Thank you for taking the time to let me have this valuable info. My query was regarding SRA3 which I have had answered admirably, thanks.

It is true then, size is everything, certainly when it relates to paper!

Have a great day!

Excellent! Informative and helpful article. Thanks for the useful, well presented and consise info.

Anyone who’s ungratefully pedantic enough to be upset or offended by it, please supply dimensions of the cavity you’d like me to insert the paper into and I’ll duly oblige. American, ISO or English measurements accepted! For some on here, I’ll prepare the A0 heavyweight stock.

Have a nice day!

i actually wanted to know the names of the various types papers used in printing industry. it seems u dont have the info.

I have a ledger I purchased in Oxford in 1969 the size of which was described as “elephant folio”. Does this size still pertain?

Do you have a pdf version of this info..

Any paper with size 6.5in x 9 in.?

thanks so much

The “D0” is an exact match to the HP plotter that I use.

Can anyone help with , L & L2 ? Thanks

This is most likely very too late for you. However, I’m trying to learn the difference between Hagaki, Wallet, Passport, l, & 2L for a personal photo collage project I’m working on. The L is 3 1/2 x 5 The 2L is 5×7.01 like a post card w/ a borderless photo.

Duncan, this is most likely way too late for your answer. I’m working on a kind of a collage photo like project. I’m throwing together a bunch of different pics together on an 8.5×11 photo paper (A Letter). During tips of how to put multi pics on 8.5×11 , it gave a break down of how many different size pics can fit on this size. I ran into the Passport, Wallet, Hagaki, L, & 2L. I’ve been googling the difference between all these sorts of papers. The 2L (or 5R) is 5×7.01 like a post card borderless photo. The L (3R) is 3.5×5 of Photographic Paper.

Thanks a lot. I found it very useful .Anytime i need help of papersize I refer it.

Hi, I am trying to find out what paper size for a publication that folds over and is (when folded) letter size or 8.5×11? Do you know what software and printers to use for this size paper?

If you want to simply fold a page along the shortest side to end up with a letter size document, you need to use a tabloid size page (11×17″). If it is a more complex folding scheme you are after, such as a gatefold or one or two folding panels, then each panel needs to be smaller to compensate for inaccuracies in folding and cutting. If this isn’t done the edge of the paper will crease when the piece is folded. I think panels that are 1/16″ of an inch less wide is the general recommendation but it is better to consult with your printer. The regular layout applications like Adobe InDesign, QuarkXpress,… are used for designing folded documents. Typically thin lines in the bleed area indicate where the document should be folded.

Great list thanks.

Can you help with paper sizes for music. I believe they are quite different.

Sorry, I have no experience with paper sizes for music.

Is there a name or number for 6″ x 3.75″ paper, which is a personal check size? I’d like to think my computer/printer has been programmed with that size but I’m not sure what to ask for.

hi, I Work as Programmer in Paper Industry In India at NemLaxmi Pvt. Ltd. This article proves to be helpful to me while studing different paper sizes while preparing coding of finished product for making every product unique. Thanks.

WHat is a livre demi-poche? And what size is it? Thanks

I cannot find a definition for it either. A ‘livre de poche’ is a pocketbook, typically 130×190 mm. ‘Demi-poche’ could be a half-size version but I cannot find any dimensions for it. I’ll ask one of my French colleagues, maybe they know.

It has taken me 70 years to get curious enough about sizes of paper and envelopes and paper. Your site has fulfilled that curiosity most admirably! Thank you.

Your information is ok. but can get a bit more stuff cause i still did not find wat i was looking for. I was looking for popular paper sizes but didnt get it.

I think it is difficult to list how popular certain paper sizes are. Obviously this depends on the intended usage but there are also big regional differences. Most of Europe sticks to ‘A4’ for letters and general office printing but you won’t find this size much in the US. If anyone has a list, please post a link!

Thank you for the information found on this site. It has been a big help – I have printed it out and put it next to our copier for the staff to see. Knowing the exact sizes of the various papers is a great help.

Whar are the avery size Crds Ib Greeting cards

I do not mind the size issue US and others. To each there own place and size. But I do mind not have copiers with preprogramed enlarge and reduction setting for standards. The common US are list or the common ISO are listed but why not have ISO to US and US to ISO the V and H ratios could be preset and ready for use.

While I agree there really is some logic behind the US paper sizes I suggest the gentleman taking umbrage be a little more sensitive to the US approach to ignoring international standards in this and many related areas.

The US continues to use measurement basis that the rest of the world largely abandoned (except for specific special cases) a while ago. Such changes are obviously not trivial for a population to embrace…but people do quickly adapt. His example of foolscap is a case in point, it is an archaic size and very difficult to find in the UK…the ISO A sizes having been adopted years ago.

It is public record that the US was the last major player to accept SI as legal remarkably recently, and remains the last to not require it on packaging and the like.

The US even insists on a different system of maritime navigation marks whilst everyone else not dominated by big brother uses a different internationally agreed approach.

It should therefore be no surprise if the raison d’etre behind the US approach is less than widely understood outside the US.

I am from the UK but have lived and worked in the US for over decade now. I know from personal experience how unnecessary these differences really are…and a little bit of flippancy in the face of such national arrogance seems totally appropriate to me…even if it was unintentional in this case.

Whoa… tell me about it! Sounds like a genuine paper expert there. Very helpful none the less. Thanks!!

Ouch, I never realized people could be this sensitive about paper sizes. Thanks for the explanation though, which is very informative! I have changed that line of text on the page.

As for this site being a professional site: it isn’t. I see it as my web-enabled notebook. I can only guarantee that visitors get more than what they paid for 🙂 … but I acknowledge that this is no excuse for making mistakes.

Again: thanks for the feedback!

I take issue with your flip comment that there is no apparent logic behind US paper sizes. The American Society for Testing and Materials sets these sizes and they are very logical and easy to remember without resorting to references (see below). Some of these sizes have also picked up synonyms such as “letter” which, I would argue, are no more illogical than British terms such as “foolscap”. A size is the functional equivalent to UK A4 and is 8.5in by 11 inches. As the letters increase the short dimension is doubled. E.g: B size is 17×11 inches (roughly A3 – also called ledger), C size is 17×22 inches, D size is 34×22, and E size (typically a ‘full-size” engineering drawing) is 34×44. Special paper sizes such as executive, legal, etc. are marketing names developed by stationary companies and immortalized by the print drivers installed on your computer. I would have expected more research from a professional printing site.

Wow, what a prick! How’s that for a flip comment?

Good response spoiled by bad spelling : STATIONERY is the word !!

Great summary for the “non-initiated” – thanks!

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A Paper Sizes

Further information.

The dimensions of the A series paper sizes are defined by the ISO 216 international paper size standard. The A series was adopted in Europe in the 19th century, and is currently used all around the world, apart from in the USA and Canada. The most common paper size used in English speaking countries around the world is A4, which is 210mm × 297mm (8.27 inches × 11.7 inches). The largest sheet from the A series is the A0 size of paper. It has an area of 1m2, and the dimensions are 841mm × 1189mm. The A series uses an aspect ratio of 1:√2, and other sizes in the series are defined by folding the paper in half, parallel to its smaller sides. For example, cutting an A4 in half, will create an two A5 sheets, and so forth. Any size of brochure can be made using paper from the next larger size, for example A3 sheets are folded to make A4 brochures. The standard lengths and widths of the A series are rounded to the nearest millimetre.

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International Paper Sizes and Dimensions

Measurements for international paper sizes & envelope dimensions.

There are three ranges of paper sizes, prefixed A, B and C. The most widely used for general printing and letterhead stationery is the A series. The most common of these sheet sizes is the international letterhead size A4, which measures 8-1/4 x 11-3/4 in, or 210 x 297 mm. These paper measurements are defined by the ISO 216 standard.

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Standard International Paper Sizes

Standard International Paper Sizes and Measurements

Standard international envelope sizes and measurements, folding examples:.

Standard International Envelope Sizes

Paper Sizes - The Ultimate Guide.

Choosing the right paper size is essential to the success of your design. If you choose the wrong size, you can lose important nuance, cut out details or over-expand your image. But as there are so many to choose from, it’s easy to get confused. 

Let’s discover the main features of the various paper sizes and how to use them wisely to achieve impactful graphic designs.

Printing a poster in large format

Printing a poster in large format

What are the different sizes of paper?  

In the UK, most paper sizes fall into the A and B series. Let’s go through what these different sizes of paper are and how to use them.

International standard for paper sizes: A, B and C series.

Paper sizes have evolved since their creation. Geographical factors also have a big impact on different terms, names and sizes for paper.

In the UK, when we pick up a magazine or print off a document, we normally handle A4. This is standardised by ISO 216 and is the same across most of the world.

However, the United States, Canada and many other countries of North/Central America do not use ISO 216. Instead, they use the American National Standards (ANSI) formatting. Here, you’ll find sizes like letter and legal in place of A4 and A5. This can make things trickier for designers, publishers and artists who work internationally.

ISO 216 is characterised by the √2 aspect ratio, used for both the A series and the B series. The scientist Georg Christoph Lichtenberg described this width/length proportion in a 1786 letter addressed to Johann Beckmann, a German antiquarian and physicist.

Essentially, if you cut a √2 rectangle in half (parallel to the shorter side), then the resulting two rectangles will maintain √2 proportions. In paper terms, you can cut an A3 page in half to make two A4s. Half an A4 is an A5 and so on.

However, it was not until 1922 that the first standard was adopted by Porstmann and the German DIN 476. The C series is defined by ISO 269, which is mainly used for envelopes.

Paper sizes in the A series.

The ‘A’ series of paper formats range from A0 , which is the largest, to A10, the smallest.

The A0 sheet measures 84.1 x 118.9 cm or 33.1 x 46.8 inches and has a surface area of 0.999 949 m² or almost 1 m², which corresponds to 16 A4 sheets.

As for the A1 paper size , it represents ½ of an A0 sheet and measures 59.4 x 84.1 cm or 594 x 841 mm .

We can clearly see that the size of the A1 format, like that of the other formats, relates closely to the √2 aspect ratio. For example, the A1 format is obtained by halving the length of the A0 paper size and taking the width value of the A0 format as the length. This process will be followed until we get the A10 paper size . In other words, an A1 sheet represents ½ of an A0 sheet , two A2 sheets, four A3 sheets, eight A4 sheets and so on.

If this relationship between the different paper sizes of the series feels confusing, here is a formula that sums it up: length = width x 2 for all A formats .

Paper sizes chart of the A series in mm, cm and inches

This series of paper sizes has been extended with formats larger than the A0 format, especially for printing purposes. They are 2A0, 4A0 etc. and are respectively twice and four times larger than A0 , but always stick to the same proportions.

Dimensions of the paper sizes of the A range in mm and inches

Dimensions of the paper sizes of the A range in mm and inches

Paper sizes in the B series.

The ‘B’ series is widely used in printing to accommodate for both paper size and printing press size. B sheets are often used to print two A sheets at once. One B3 covers two A4 and one B2 has room for four A4.

In the same way as the A series, the paper sizes of the B series are based on the B0 format whose width and length are, by definition, 1m and √2m respectively and whose length/width ratio is therefore also √2 .

The areas of the B series have a factor of √2 with the areas of the A series. This format allows widening the margins to integrate a sheet from the A series and of the same number.

Paper sizes chart of the B series in mm, cm and inches

Dimensions of the paper sizes of the B series in mm

Dimensions of the paper sizes of the B series in mm

Paper sizes in the C series.

The paper sizes of the C series are calculated as being the geometric mean of the areas of An and B sheets of the same number .  The series is mainly used for envelopes and is designed to contain corresponding A/B sheets without the need to fold them.  

For example, a brochure in A4 format fits perfectly in a C4 envelope. Likewise, an A5 sheet fit perfectly in a C5 envelope, as would a folded piece of A4.

Paper sizes chart of the C series in mm, cm and inches

The various uses of paper sizes (A series).

The A series, the most prominent paper sizes series, consists of ten subgroups which, as we have seen, range from the A0 format, the largest format on the scale, to the A10, the smallest. Let’s study the different uses of each format.

The use of A0 posters in an advertising context

The use of A0 posters in an advertising context

Large paper sizes: A1 and A0.

A0 paper size or the A1 paper size are almost exclusively available in reprography shops or graphic centres and are generally used for technical drawing . 

This is especially the case for the construction and architecture sectors, because the proportions of the projects can be expected to obtain an accurate rendering. They are also used in the advertising and communication sector because the dimensions of a poster in A0 or A1 format offer a good visibility for the design of promotional materials.

Other super large sizes are available such as 2A0 and 4A0 , but these are not formerly defined by ISO 216. The 2A0 paper size measures: 1682 mm x 1189 mm whereas the 4A0 paper size measures: 2378 mm x 1682 mm .

Intermediate paper sizes: A3, A4 and A5.

A3 format is used for the creation of prints or posters and since it is twice the size of an A4 format, it is also used as a visual medium for meetings and presenting ideas. 

The surface of the A5 paper size is half the size of an A4 format and is popular for graphic design because it can be found, for example, in the creation of promotional leaflets, brochures and booklets .

The A4 format is the most commonly used. Whether in a personal or professional setting, we are all familiar with this standard paper size. The A4 sheets are generally sold per 500-unit strip. The A4 paper size is used in many sectors, particularly:

small posters

The A5 format is used in the publishing and stationery sectors: it can be found on our shelves in books, diaries, notebooks and greeting cards .

A photo frame in A3 format

A photo frame in A3 format

Small paper sizes: A6 to A10.

Within the standard paper sizes, there is a range of smaller sizes. 

The A6 paper size is the standard reference when it comes to the printing or editing of photographs. It is also the format used for postcards. The A7 paper size is popular in the advertising and communication sectors as it is often used to design small leaflets, flyers and stickers . 

The A8 paper size is commonly used for business cards, while the A9 paper size is usually used for labels. Although their dimensions prevent you from including a lot of information, there is a lot of graphic design work that goes into these small paper sizes. 

Finally, the A10 paper size is used for coupons, tickets or stamps and is the smallest of paper sizes.

Examples of coupons in A10 format

Examples of coupons in A10 format

What are the best paper sizes for printing? 

Before printing off your designs, regardless of their size, it is essential to get an idea of the rendering of your print . To do this, you’ll need to consider the desired printing format but also the grammage of the paper. 

It is this data, among others, that will determine the layout and DTP (desktop publishing) work . Not only does your design have to match what you have imagined, but you will also have to create high-quality prepress files. 

These are generally high-resolution PDF files . For example, when printing a poster in A0 format, make sure that the image is 841 x 1189 mm in 150 dpi (dots per inch) or 300 ppi (pixels per inch). It is also important to add a 3 mm bleed margin to your images. This is located around the perimeter of your document and is intended to be removed after printing, thus avoiding cutting directly into the design.

To make these adjustments and create your designs, you can use a DTP software such as InDesign , which has many features both in terms of the different technical aspects and a wealth of creative possibilities. For example, it will allow you to easily add bleed margins to your designs to obtain printed products exactly as you imagined them.

Paper sizes: frequently asked questions. 

What are the different sizes of paper.

In the UK, different paper sizes are standardised by ISO 216. These include the A, B and C series, which generally follow size 0 to 10. 

The A series is used for general printing purposes.

The B series is used to print multiple A sheets at once.

The C series is generally used for envelopes. 

Which is bigger: A2 or A3?

A2 is twice the size of A3. A1, in turn, is twice the size of A2. When it comes to paper sizes, each number represents twice the size of the number following it sequentially.

What size is A5?

A5 paper is 148 x 210 mm or 5.8 x 8.3 inches. A5 corresponds to half the size of A4, one quarter of A3 and twice the size of A6. It is the size of a standard greetings card.

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A Paper Size Areas - Quick Lookup

Select the standard paper size from the 'Size' selector and the unit from the 'Unit' selector - the area will be shown in the area box.

Areas Of A Series Paper Sizes

The area of each of the A paper sizes are set by the A paper size definitions (see below). A0 is defined as having an area of 1 square metre, however the A paper size standard also specifies that each size is rounded to the nearest millimetre. Thus A0 is 841mm x 1189mm giving an area of 0.999949 square metres.

Theoretically the area of a sheet of paper of size An can be calculated as 1/2 n m 2 .

The following table gives theoretical areas compared with actual areas for each of the A paper sizes from 4A0 to A10.

Table of Theoretical and Actual Areas of A Paper Sizes

At the smaller sizes (A8, A9 & A10) the discrepancy between the theoretical area of the sheet and the actual area is about 1.5%. Larger sizes have significantly lower differences between the theoretical area and the actual area.

A Series Paper Sizes Defined

The A series paper sizes are defined in ISO 216 by the following requirements:

  • The length divided by the width is 1.4142
  • The A0 size has an area of 1 square metre.
  • Each subsequent size A(n) is defined as A(n-1) cut in half parallel to its shorter sides.
  • The standard length and width of each size is rounded to the nearest millimetre.

Note: For reference the last item is there because the root 2 aspect ratio doesn't always give a whole number.

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A Paper Sizes

841 × 1189 mm

84.1 × 118.9 cm

33.1 × 46.8 inches

594 x 841 mm

59.4 × 84.1 cm

23.4 × 33.1 inches

420 x 594 mm

42 × 59.4 cm

297 x 420 mm

29.7 × 42 cm

11.7 × 16.5 inches

210 x 297 mm

21 × 29.7 cm

8.3 × 11.7 inches

148 x 210 mm

14.8 × 21 cm

5.8 × 8.3 inches

105 x 148 mm

10.5 × 14.8 cm

4.1 × 5.8 inches

74 x 105 mm

7.4 × 10.5 cm

2.9 × 4.1 inches

5.2 × 7.4 cm

2 × 2.9 inches

3.7 × 5.2 cm

1.5 × 2 inches

2.6 × 3.7 cm

1 × 1.5 inches

More Information

ISO 216 defines the most common paper size standard in operation in the world today. With the exception of the United States, Canada, Peru, Mexico, Colombia and The Dominican Republic, the ISO 216 is used in every country to specify standard “A” size and “B” size paper, including the most common sized paper in the world, A4.

Alongside ISO 216, there exists two other ISO standards, ISO 217 and ISO 269, that together define related paper sizes. The ISO 269 defines the “C” sized paper series, which is closely related to both “A” and “B” sized paper.

With the exception of some envelope sizes, ISO 216, ISO 217 and ISO 269 share the same aspect ratio of √2:1, within rounding to millimeters. This has the unique property that folding the paper in half will produce the same sized aspect ratio for the two halves of paper. This makes sizing easier to maintain and eases use for developers and paper users.

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A Paper Sizes

Now most countries in the world are using same dimension standard of papers, and you can find the same size rule in any paper documents in these countries. This unified standard greatly improves the convenience of communication in political, cultural, legal and other aspects with paper documents between countries. In this regard, we should thank the scientist who put forward standard ideas and the industry experts who introduced ISO standard paper sizes to different countries (except North America, Mexico, the Philippines, etc) and implemented them.

A paper sizes were defined by ISO216 standard, which was based on DIN476 standard of Germany, and named from A0 to A10 and after, that are: A0 ,  A1 ,  A2 ,  A3 ,  A4 ,  A5 ,  A6 ,  A7 ,  A8, A9, A10 .. Georg Christoph Lichtenberg , a German scientist, once described an idea for standard paper sizes, in which the ratio of paper length to width is √2:1. He believed that this ratio could continue with the half-and-half of the paper, which was very beautiful in vision and very convenient in use. When two pieces of paper of different sizes were put together, the length of the smaller one was exactly the width of the larger one. When this standard was introduced, it was soon applied to Series B and Series C paper as well.

A Paper Sizes Rules

Nowadays, Georg’ s assumption had become more detailed and accurate after becoming implementable rules. The rules of A pape sizes are as below:

  • Named from A0 to A10 and even after: A0 ,  A1 ,  A2 ,  A3 ,  A4 ,  A5 ,  A6 ,  A7 ,  A8, A9, A10 ..
  • S (A0) = Exactly 1 square meter ( S means total area )
  • The length of the sheet is equal to its width times 1.4142. (√2:1)
  • An is divided into two equal parts of A(n-1) size, so
  • S (An) = 2 x  S [A(n-1)]

A Paper Sizes Chart | Table Dimensions of A Series Paper Sizes in inches, mm, cm, and pixels

The following is a table of A paper dimensions, through which you can find the data applied to different dimensions, including inches, mm and cm.

A paper Sizes Chart

Special: 2A0 and 4A0

The 2A0 and 4A0 are still in scope of DIN476 but are not included in the A series paper sizes of ISO216 standard. As the name implies, they are twice and four times the size of A0, and the aspect ratio remains √2:1 (that is 1.4142). Sometimes when you see a size like A00, it refers to 2A0; but there is no such expression as A0000 for 4A0.

Exceptions: A0+, A1+ and A3+

There might be confusion- the A0+ , A1+ and A3+ are actually not in the scope of DIN476 standard, they are of course not in the A series of ISO 216 paper size standard as well since they don’t follow the ratio of 1.4142, although they use A as the size model. We list them here for your reference only.

Usage of A Series Paper

Now A4 size is the most widely used paper size in A paper sizes. It is widely used in government and office work in most countries except North America, and A4 paper is the most consumed paper types in the world. A1 size is mostly used for architects’ architectural design work and painters’ painting work. A2 size and A3 size are mostly used for artworks. A5 , A6 and a7 size are used to send cards to greeting cards or other commercial purposes. A9 and A10, as the smallest ones of Series A paper, can be used as reminder notes.

Dimension Tolerance of A Series Paper

In our daily work and life, we don’t pay special attention to the size tolerance of the paper we use, because the paper we use is already a complete product of industrial industry. But in fact, in the process of paper making, there will still be errors due to the mistakes of machine and human operation. ISO standards allow such size tolerances for A series paper, as follows.

  • When both the length and width are less than 150 mm (5.9 in) , the tolerance is ±1.5 mm (0.06 in)
  • When both the length and width are between 150 mm and 600 mm (5.9 in and 23.6 in) , the tolerance is ±2 mm (0.08 in) 
  • When both the length and width exceed 600 mm (23.6 in) , the tolerance is ±3 mm (0.12 in)

A Paper Sizes Areas

Theoretically, the standard size of a piece of A0 paper should be one square meter, and the area will be multiplied by double for an additional size, and halved for a reduced size, but in fact, there are subtle differences.

A Paper Size Areas

RA & SRA Paper Sizes

In commercial printing, the size of A series paper is often wasted at the edges due to ink seepage in the printing process. After trimming, the remaining qualified paper is usually smaller than the standard A size. Therefore, professionals have introduced the untrimmed sizes, RA and SRA. RA means “raw format A”; and SRA means “supplementary raw format A”.

RA & SRA Paper Sizes Chart

Defined by ISO217, both sizes are slightly larger than the A size of same size #. So it is possible to cut the excess ink out of the paper at the end of the printing, and the rest is right standard A series size.

  • S (RAn)= S (An)x 1.05
  • S (SRAn)= S (An)x 1.15

RA & SRA paper sizes follow the same aspect ratio as A paper, that is 1.4142 .  (√2:1)

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A4, B5, and A5 are some of the most commonly used paper sizes in the world—but to North Americans, they sound more like bingo calls than paper sizes. The Letter paper size is commonly used in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. If you’re from one of these countries, you’ve probably printed a document on an 8.5 x 11 inch piece of paper.

However, Letter size is rarely used outside of North America because other countries use internationally standardized paper sizes. They may seem confusing at first, but they’re easy to understand after learning the logic behind them.

Keep reading or watch the video below to learn more about how international paper sizes work, how different sizes compare to Letter size, and which paper sizes work best for different applications.

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  • Letter size paper (8.5 x 11 inches) is regularly used in North America.
  • The A and B series are used internationally.
  • Each paper size in a series is half as big as the previous one. For example, an A5 sheet of paper is 5.8 x 8.3 inches, while an A4 sheet is 8.3 x 11.7 inches.
  • A4, B5, and A5 are some of the most common international standard (ISO) paper sizes.
  • Japanese (JIS) B sizes are slightly larger than international standard (ISO) B sizes.
  • Choosing the right paper size is important for students, office professionals, and artists alike.
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Most countries outside of North America use paper that fall into one of two series: A or B. Their measurements are defined by ISO 216, which was put together by the International Organization for Standardization .

A sizes are more common than B sizes, so we’ll start there.

The A series and the measurements for each size in the series are shown in the image.

The first and largest A size is A0, which is 33.1 x 46.8 inches and has an area of one square meter. To create the next size, the previous size is cut in half horizontally. The resulting A1 size paper is 23.4 x 33.1 inches.

Due to a unique property of its aspect ratio, an A5 notebook is half the size of an A4 notebook.

In countries that use the A series, the standard paper size is A4. At 8.3 x 11.7 inches, A4 paper is slightly longer and narrower than Letter size.

The B series and the measurements for each size in the series are shown in the image.

The main difference is that B sizes are halfway between A sizes. For example, a B5 notebook has more writing space than an A5 one, but is easier to carry than a full-sized A4 notebook.

However, the B series is a little more complicated because it’s different in Japan than the rest of the world.

A Semi B5 notebook is slightly shorter and narrower than a B5 (JIS) notebook.

One exception to the trend is the B5 size. Some Japanese brands use a paper size that’s sometimes called Semi B5. At 7 x 9.9 inches, it’s similar to ISO B5.

Check the “Specifications” tab on a product page to see measurements.

At JetPens, we carefully measure all of the products shown on our website. If you need a specific size of notebook, be sure to check the “Specifications” tab on the product page.

In the table below, we’ve listed the most commonly used paper sizes for loose leaf paper, notebooks, and notepads. You can also see how each size compares to Letter size paper.

Japanese B sizes are included in the table because all of our B size products follow the JIS standard. ISO B sizes are in a separate table further down.

Students need plenty of space to take notes, but oversized notebooks can be too heavy to carry. For note-taking, we recommend B5 products . A B5 notebook is similar in size to a standard composition notebook, and B5 loose leaf paper is a little smaller than typical three hole punched paper, so it still feels familiar to North American students.

To keep paper handouts from teachers or professors organized, be sure to pick up an A4 folder , which can hold Letter size paper.

Kokuyo Campus Notebooks are excellent for students.

If you look closely, you can see Kokuyo’s unique dotted rule sheet style. Every horizontal line has evenly spaced dots so diagrams and vertical lines are easy to draw.

Kokuyo doesn’t just make Campus notebooks. Learn more about loose leaf paper, binders, and more in our dedicated guide .

You can keep loose leaf papers in the Maruman 5 Chart Binder.

Speaking of rings: like other B5 Japanese binders, the binder has 26 rings. Having more rings prevents the paper from ripping at the holes. However, three hole punched paper won’t fit in Japanese binders. You can always use a hole punch to create your own refills.

The 5 Chart comes with five index tabs, and you can add accessories like sheet protectors and zipper cases. Remember that A4 and Letter sizes are bigger than B5, so you’ll need to fold handouts to fit them in the binder.

The perfect paper size for office note-taking will depend on your desk space and how much writing you do. If you’re regularly writing full pages of notes, the A4 size will provide plenty of space. A smaller A5 product is a good choice for someone who just needs to jot down the occasional reminder.

The Maruman Mnemosyne Notepad Holder keeps your notes and documents organized.

If the A4 size is too big for you, try one of Maruman’s A5 notepad holders .

Our Maruman Mnemosyne guide has more details on these professional notebooks and notepads.

The Kleid Original Notebook won’t stand out in meetings.

The A5 Landscape version is bound on the short side, so it takes up more horizontal space. It’s excellent for hybrid workers who pair laptops with notebooks. You can put the notebook under your laptop keyboard and save space.

The perfect journal is large enough to write all your thoughts without feeling cramped, yet small enough to fit comfortably on a desk or in a nightstand. A5, B6, and A6 notebooks are all good options for journaling.

If you'd like to try journaling but aren't sure how to incorporate it into your busy schedule, check out our guide on How to Journal for tips.

Midori MD Notebooks look simple, but they’re some of the most well-made notebooks we’ve ever used.

Learn more about Midori MD paper in our guide .

The Rhodia Webnotebook has an elastic closure and leatherette cover.

Rhodia is a famous French company that has been creating paper products since the 1930s. You can learn more about them in our guide .

A travel notebook needs to be portable. If it’s too big, you might not bring it with you. If it’s too small, it could be hard to find when it’s time to write something down.

Pocket , B7 , and A7 are great sizes for traveling because they fit nicely in pockets and bags. Be sure to add a compact pen or pencil , too.

Field Notes Memo Books are designed to travel with you anywhere.

Be sure to check out the unique seasonal editions that Field Notes releases every year.

The TRAVELER’S COMPANY TRAVELER’S notebook is a beautiful leather cover that you can add notebook refills to.

Try picking different refills depending on how you like to travel. For example, use a weekly planner to keep track of your schedule, a lined notebook to write about your experiences, and a sketchbook to draw all the food you tried.

Learn more about the TRAVELER’S notebook and its different refills and accessories in our guide .

Artists should pick a sketchbook or drawing pad that is a good fit for where they draw. Those who like to sketch on walks should consider Pocket size sketchbooks that are easy to carry. Artists who always work at a desk can go bigger with B5 and larger sketchbooks .

Some artists experience “fear of the blank page” and are worried about messing up a brand new sketchbook. It might help to pick a smaller sketchbook, which is easier to start in because there’s less empty space.

In our picks below, we chose multimedia products that can work with a variety of different art supplies. Be sure to check out our Best Sketchbooks for Every Medium guide for more specific recommendations.

These Maruman Sketchbooks feature lightly textured, heavyweight paper.

We also recommend Global Art Hand Book Kona Grey Drawing Pads , which are filled with gray-toned paper. Drawing on toned rather than bright white paper allows you to express highlights and shadows in different ways. Try using colored pencils and white pens for interesting effects.

Stillman & Birn Sketchbooks are filled with papers suitable for different media.

Stillman & Birn also offers black , kraft , and gray paper sketchbooks.

Illustrators and comic artists need plenty of space to create page layouts and detailed drawings. Professional Japanese mangaka (manga artists) use B4 paper for their manuscripts because it’s the standard size accepted by publishers.

Semi-professional and amateur comic artists can use A4 paper , which also provides a good amount of drawing space.

Read our guide on The Best Manga and Comic Art Supplies to learn more about dip pens, drawing inks, and more.

Deleter Comic Paper is made for professional comic creators.

The paper is available in two formats: one has scale markings printed in non-photo blue , a pale blue which is easy to remove in photo editing programs. The second is completely blank, so you can create panels without getting distracted by scales.

Strathmore 400 Series Pads are filled with acid-free paper.

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A series of paper sizes contains a definition of the paper sizes. It is a system for specifying a sheet of paper’s measurements.

The following tables provide the A Series of paper sizes ‘ millimetre and inch measurements according to ISO standard 216. The chart below, on the left, for A Series of paper sizes, gives a visual depiction of how sizes are related to one another : A5 is one half size paper of A4 paper, for instance, while A2 is one-half of A1 paper.

This article will introduce the paper sizes and discuss the dimensions of a series of paper sizes.

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The DIN 476 Oversize Formats Of 4A0 & 2A0

According to ISO 216, a series of paper sizes larger than A0, 4A0, and 2A0 are not legal, but everyone uses this for oversize paper.

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The origins of these formats are found in Germany’s DIN 476 Standard, the initial foundational document from which they took ISO 216. However, the 4A0 does not follow that naming pattern.

See Also: B Paper Sizes – B0, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10

A Series Of Paper Size Tolerances

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  • For sizes up to 150mm (5.9in), size is +-1.5mm (0.06in). 
  • For lengths between 150 and 600 mm (5.9 and 23.6 in), the size is +-2 mm (0.08 in). 
  • For any lengths larger than 600 mm (23.6 in), the size is +-3 mm (0.12 in). 
  • The size of the paper after dividing the length and width is 1.4142.
  • The A0 dimension has a 1 m2 area.
  • An (n-1) split in half along the parallel to its short side defines each succeeding A(n) size.
  • Each size’s standard lengths and widths are rounded to the nearest millimeters. 

Note: That last number is there for reference because a root-to-aspect ratio does not always produce the full number.

 Please see here for more on paper-size areas and areas in sizes other than A0, both square meters and square feet.

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International Usage

Everyone around the world uses the A-series size except in parts of the US, Canada, and Mexico.

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In English -speaking countries, The A4 size has become standard for business letters, formerly used as British Imperial sizes. In the middle of the 20th century , A-size sheets became an official standard in Europe before becoming famous all over the world.

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RA & SRA Untrimmed Sizes

The RA & SRA sizes determine untrimmed paper sizes for commercial printing.

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These formats are designed so the ink can be bleeding during printing, then trim down into one of the A-series of paper sizes. Click here to find more information on RA and SRA sizes. 

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A3+ (Super A3)

A3 +, sometimes referred to as Super A3, is not the size of ISO 216 paper.

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It has dimensions of 330mm by 483mm (13″ by 19″) ; this gives it a ratio of 1:1,468 instead of the 1:1 roots ratio two-aspect ratio of ISO Series. The name A3+/Super A3 is misleading since that paper size is known in the US as B+ or Super B , which is an ANSI B with a 1″ bleed-off margin . 

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Is there an A1 paper size?

There is a size for an A1 sheet of paper. A1 paper is 594 x 841 millimeters or 23.4 by 33.1 inches. Cutting this in half would make two A2 sheets of paper.

Is A2 bigger than A4?

Yes, A2 is bigger than A4. The dimension of A2 is 420 x 594 mm, and the dimension of A4 is 210 x 297 mm. If you cut the A2 sheets in half, you will get two A4 sheets.

Which is bigger, A2 or A3?

A2 is bigger than A3. The dimension of A2 is 420 x 594 mm, and the dimension of A3 is 297mm x 420mm.

What does the A stand for in paper sizes?

The A, B, and C prefixes are three paper sizes. The A-series is most commonly used in print jobs and for stationery with letterhead.

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This online paper size conversion calculator will help you to convert between different paper sizes and formats.

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While a range of paper size standards is in use at present, two systems are particularly common: The North American system and the international system, which is also referred to as ISO 216.

As the name indicates, the international system is a global scheme that is used across the globe. It is also known as ISO paper. What differentiates the international system from its North American counterpart is that it encompasses a format that has an aspect ratio equal to the square root of two (1.414). As such, it is a convenient system that makes it easy to change the size or format of a document from printing in an alternative ISO size or format. The most commonly used series within the ISO standard is the A-series, of which the A4 format is particularly popular. All paper sizes within the A-series have a name that starts with A followed by a number. The smaller the number, the larger the paper.

In addition to the A-series, there are also the B and C series. The B series extends the range of paper sizes available in the A-series, while the C series is limited to envelopes.

Unlike the international system, which has a consistent aspect ratio, the North American system is derived from traditional formats and span more random aspect ratios. The most commonly used paper sizes within the North American system are Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), Legal (8.5 x 14 inches), and Tabloid (11 x 17 inches). The Letter format is the equivalent of the ISO A4 format in terms of its popularity in business and educational use. However, the dimensions of the two are not the same.

The ANSI/ASME Y14.1 standard was adopted by the American National Standards Institute in 1995. The various formats available within this standard are represented by ANSI followed by a letter. However, since the introduction of the system, the traditional approach has remained the most commonly employed.

The paper formats that are available within the ANSI are comparable to those on offer in the ISO standard in that dividing a sheet in half will generate two sheets in the next size.

However, there are some fundamental differences between the systems in terms of the size and aspect ratio. The aspect ratio of the ANSI sizes varies between 22/17 = 1.294 and 17/11 = 1.545. This entails that it is more challenging and less systematic to enlarge or reduce a page to fit alternative ANSI formats than it is with the ISO system. You will probably end up with margins that are different from those on the original page.

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There are a number of paper size standards used in the world today, the most commonly used being the international ISO standard and a standard used in North America. These sizes are used to order various printed items such as stationery, brochures, digital copies, fliers, etc. The charts below detail and compare these sizes and their dimensions.

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What Are the Dimensions of Paper? A Comprehensive Guide

Short answer for “what are the dimensions of paper”:

The most common standard paper size is the A series, used globally except in North America. Its sizes range from A0 (largest) to A10 (smallest), with each subsequent size halving its predecessor’s width while retaining its length ratio of 1:sqrt(2).

1) Understanding Paper Sizes: What Are the Dimensions of Paper?

Understanding Paper Sizes: What Are the Dimensions of Paper?

When it comes to paper, there is more than meets the eye. We use paper every day for various purposes, whether it’s writing notes, printing documents or creating beautiful artworks. But have you ever wondered about the different sizes and dimensions of paper? Let’s delve into this topic and unravel its secrets.

The size of a sheet of paper may seem simple at first glance, but it actually follows an interesting system that has been standardized across many countries. The most common standard in use today is known as ISO 216, which was established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) back in 1975. This system ensures uniformity and compatibility among different papers worldwide.

Under ISO 216 standards, each specific size has a unique name derived from A0 – the largest size within this series with an area of one square meter. As we move down through the sizes towards A10 (the smallest), each subsequent dimension halves vertically while maintaining proportionality between width and height.

One might wonder why such a peculiar scaling exists; however, there’s method behind this apparent madness! These proportions enable easy geometric calculations when resizing or reproducing documents on smaller or larger formats without distorting their contents – all thanks to mathematics!

So let’s dive deeper into these fascinating dimensions:

– Starting off with our friendly giant – A0: measuring approximately 841mm x1189mm(33″ ×46″), imagine how much space you would need if your printer could handle sheets like these! It’s widely used for large posters or architectural plans.

– Now moving on to something closer to familiar territory – A4: commonly utilized across offices around-the-globe – including yours right now possibly! At around210mm×297 mm (8¼ inches ×11¾ inches), fitting nicely into binders makes handling them breeze quite literally!

Let us experience some fun facts surrounding these typical dimensions: if you were to stack 16 A0 sheets together, their area would equal that of an American football field! Similarly, folding a single sheet in half results in the next size down. So just imagine – eight folds and voila! You will have reached an A9 format!

Now let’s explore another set of paper sizes known as US standard sizes or letter sizes. They are primarily used within North America for various purposes – think resumes, business letters or academic documents.

The most commonly encountered is Letter (8½ ×11 inches). Named after its ubiquity on official correspondence throughout the United States, this size allows for easy compatibility with regular home printers while still providing ample space for content display.

However standardized these systems may be across countries and industries alike; it’s important to note regional variations sometimes occur due cultural preferences stemming from centuries-long use predating ISO norms’ existence!

So next time you pick up a sheet of paper to jot something down or print out your latest masterpiece – take a moment appreciate all technicalities involved behind-the-scenes so effortlessly supporting our daily routines without us even realizing it before now!

2) A Comprehensive Guide on How to Determine the Dimensions of Paper

In the wonderful world of paper, determining the dimensions may seem like a simple task. After all, you just need to measure it and jot down the numbers, right? Well, not quite! There’s actually more to it than meets the eye.

Whether you’re an avid crafter or work in a professional setting where accurate measurement is paramount (looking at you architects and engineers), understanding how to determine paper dimensions correctly is crucial. So grab your ruler and let’s dive into this comprehensive guide on unraveling those seemingly mysterious measurements!

First things first – we need some background knowledge before diving into specifics. Paper sizes are standardized internationally by organizations such as ISO (International Organization for Standardization) or ANSI (American National Standards Institute). These standards ensure that wherever in the world you are sourcing your papers from – rest assured they follow consistent sizing rules.

The most commonly used standard size worldwide is called A4. It measures 210mm x 297mm, translating roughly to 8.27 inches by 11.69 inches if imperial units float your boat better than metric ones do.

Speaking of which…get ready because here comes our elaborate journey through various popular paper formats! Let’s start with something familiar: Letter Size – one widely recognized format primarily prevalent in North America measuring approximately equivalent values of A4–8½” x11″.

But wait; there’s more beyond these basics! Ever wondered what documents stored safely inside filing cabinets might be tucked away discreetly under Fools Cap folders? This name harks back several centuries when jokers ruled royal courts but fear not fellow readers; no jests await us today regarding any cap-wearing fools!

Foolscap refers precisely brand “foolish” named after beloved court entertainers known as “fellowship” who would render hours humorous performances lasting days unpredictability bizarre bazaar foolhardy fun-filled extravaganzas shenanigans skullcap heads trickster-driven tricks and pranks court jesters specialized in.

Now that we’ve had our digression into a bit of whimsy, let’s return to the practical dimension-determination journey. Beyond A4 and Letter sizes, bigger formats such as A3 (twice the size of an A4), Tabloid/ANSI B or Ledger format measuring 11″ x17″, are commonly used for larger documents where more space is desirable – like posters, blueprints or content-rich reports needing extra elbow room!

But what if you’re looking at even smaller dimensions? Fear not! There’s a whole range referred to quite creatively as “filière”. These include compact yet handy bundles: Postcard measures 148mm x105 mm [5.83″ X 4.13″], followed by Japanese B postcard format slightly taller at around 128 mm X91 mms [5.X7″] truncated precision always key task-specific néecessity vital keeping ART-forms clean tidy clearly defined minimizing margins maintaining exquisite artistic value allowing brush bring life canvas ranked highest ration-management organizational functionality simultaneously aligning aesthetic appeal usability realms wonders artistry paper-manipulation science—although it might feel mystical concoction upon.

If all these measurements seem dizzyingly precise but intriguingly enticing enough already – hold on! More fascinating facts await your attention regarding newspaper printing tradition unfolded It started with way back its inception several widely-known AUXICIAS companies Bayeux Tapestry scrollers astutely calculated their rationale rapidly skimming pages unveiling culmination unusual recipe wisdom bestowed unsuspecting readers fourth wall evolved exist better understanding media consumption habits—

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With this comprehensive guide on determining paper dimensions, you are now armed with the knowledge required to navigate through various formats like a seasoned paper aficionado. So go ahead and experiment – let your creativity flow freely within those dimensional boundaries! Whether it’s crafting, drafting or simply appreciating the world of printed wonders around us – having an understanding of these measurements will undoubtedly elevate your expertise and ensure exciting results every time.

Remember my dear reader; when working with paper, each dimension is carefully crafted for specific purposes serving unique goals so grasp opportunities unfold seize potential beauty confinement papers’ measured confines unknown endless fireworks await explosion conscious creative endeavors stretching far beyond what may once thought possible wielding glorious gateway immortality–

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3) Step-by-Step Process: Unraveling the Dimensions of Various Papers

In today’s digital age, it may seem like paper is becoming obsolete. However, the truth is that various types of papers still play crucial roles in our lives and businesses. From printing important documents to using them for creative purposes, understanding the dimensions of different papers can make a world of difference.

So let’s dive into the step-by-step process of unraveling these dimensions – helping you choose the perfect paper for your next project!

Step 1: Understanding Paper Sizes The first aspect we need to discuss when exploring paper dimensions is sizes. The most common size used worldwide is known as A4 (210mm x 297mm). This standard size ensures compatibility across countries and industries. Within this realm, there are several other popular sizes such as A3 (double the area of an A4 sheet), or Letter Size commonly used in North America.

However, if you’re looking for something outside this regular range—say larger formats—one option could be architectural plans or engineering drawings that often use large format sizes like AO (841mm × 1189 mm).

Step 2: Weight & Thickness Matters Paper weight plays a vital role depending on its usage. For example, while choosing stationery for letterheads or resumes requires heavier weighted options to give off a premium feel; flyers intended to be distributed might opt for lighter-weighted sheets instead.

To determine thickness accurately among various brands and manufacturers’ offerings uses grams per square meter measurement known as GSM—which measures how much one square meter would weigh with that specific paper stock thickness—you should look at factors such as durability needs too!

You’ll find lightweight papers around ~80gsm suitable choices where cost-effectiveness outweighs physical endurance requirements while heavyweight ones (~300gsm) bring sturdiness needed by business cards or invitation designs.

Step 3: Types & Textures Add Character Now comes another interesting dimension – textures! Papers come in various surface finishes specifically designed to cater to different purposes. If you’re looking for a classic appeal, there are smooth finishes with their refined look and feel.

On the other hand, textured papers like linen or laid have distinctive patterns that add character and sophistication to printed materials such as certificates or invitations. These textures can help create visual interest in any design!

Step 4: Special Considerations While size weight, and texture form critical dimensions of paper selection process – it’s essential to keep special considerations in mind too! For example:

1. Coated vs Uncoated: Coated papers have a glossy appearance enhancing images’ sharpness but may not be suitable for writing on its surface due to ink-smudging tendencies. 2. Recycled Papers: Choosing recycled options displays your commitment towards sustainability; however, bear in mind they might differ slightly from non-recycled ones when it comes to color reproduction or overall quality—trade-offs worth considering! 3.Specialty Papers & Finishes : Metallic sheets give an elegant touch while translucent vellum adds gracefulness—to achieve specific effects focusing on specialty lines is crucial.

By following these step-by-step unraveling processes based on sizes, weights/thicknesses types/textures including additional consideration factors—you will become well equipped next time shopping around stationery shops seeking perfect choices suiting projects whether personal/business related helping differentiate yourself impressively through unique presentations personalization evoking desired responses successfully standing out amidst mundane alternatives

4) FAQs Answered: Everything You Need to Know about paper dimensions.

Title: FAQs Answered: Everything You Need to Know about Paper Dimensions

Introduction: Paper dimensions may seem like a mundane topic, but understanding it plays a crucial role in various professional fields such as printing, designing, and document formatting. To help demystify this seemingly intricate subject matter, we have compiled some commonly asked questions (FAQs) along with detailed answers that will equip you with all the knowledge you need to navigate paper sizes confidently. So let’s dive right into unraveling the mysteries of paper dimensions!

1. What is the Standard Size for Paper? The most widely recognized standard size for papers across many countries is known as A4 (210 x 297 mm or approximately 8.27 x 11.69 inches). This dimension provides an optimal balance between usability and space efficiency.

2. How are Paper Sizes Named? Paper sizes follow a simple naming convention based on their initial letter prefix followed by numbered designations—A series represents sheets used primarily for administrative purposes while B series denotes larger formats often preferred for posters and charts.

3.What Are Some Commonly Used Paper Sizes?

– A4: As mentioned earlier, A4 is considered standard in several regions around the world. – Letter Size: The equivalent of “US Letter” measures slightly shorter than A4 at 216mm ×279 mm or roughly 8½×11 inches. – Legal Size: Another common American format typically utilized for legal documents measuring about9x14inches(216mm×356mm).

Remember that these are just a few examples; countless other specialized sizes cater to specific requirements including envelopes, brochures,fliers,and more.

4.When Should I Choose Landscape over Portrait Orientation?

Landscape orientation implies positioning your document horizontally—with greater width compared to height—while portrait places emphasis on vertical alignment instead.In general:

Landscape works best when: – Displaying wide tables or graphs – Enhancing readability with larger font sizes – Showcasing panoramic images and presentations

Portrait is usually preferable when: – Drafting traditional documents (e.g., letters) – Presenting content with greater height than width – Reading on digital devices where vertical scrolling is more convenient

5. What about Paper Weight? Paper weight refers to the thickness or density of a sheet, typically measured in grams per square meter (gsm). Heavier paper stocks are ideal for presentation materials, brochures, and business cards while lightweight options suffice for everyday printing needs.

6. Can I Resize Documents without Losing Content?

Yes! Techniques like scaling automatically resize content to fit different paper dimensions while preserving aspect ratios.Additionally,design software often provides settings specifically designed to adjust layouts intelligently while maintaining overall document integrity.

7.How Do I Avoid Print Margins Cutting off Content?

Print margins define safe zones within which you should keep critical elements.If your design requires borderless prints,simply ensure that none of your valuable visuals go past these designated areas.Always consult printer specifications before creating artwork meant for edge-to-edge printing,to avoid potential cropping issues.

Conclusion: Understanding paper dimensions may not be glamorous,but it’s an essential part of many professional industries.By familiarizing yourself with standard sizes,enjoying the freedom creative aspects offer,and learning techniques such as resizing designs seamlessly,you can confidently tackle any project involving papers.Incorporate this newfound knowledge into your work processes—no longer restricted by ambiguity—and empower yourself to produce visually impactful outcomes each time you handle papers!

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Letter vs. A4: America's Unique Paper Size Approach and Its Origins

T he world of paper sizes can be unexpectedly complex, and nowhere is this complexity more evident than in the United States, which, unlike most other countries, does not primarily use the International Standards Organization’s A series paper sizes. Instead, the U.S. favors its own standards: “Letter,” “Legal,” and “Tabloid.”

Understanding the American system requires a glance back in time. The U.S. adopted its own standards for paper sizes based on traditional formats that were already in use before the development of ISO paper sizes. The most commonly used paper size in the U.S. is Letter, which measures 8.5 by 11 inches. Legal and Tabloid formats are often used in professional and legal documents, measuring 8.5 by 14 inches and 11 by 17 inches, respectively.

Now, let’s turn our attention to the ISO paper sizes, most notably the A series, which includes the widely recognized A4 size. The beauty of the A series is in its simplicity and scalability. The sizes are all based on the aspect ratio of the square root of two (approximately 1:1.4142), allowing documents to be scaled between A sizes without any content distortion or need for additional margins. A4, the most famous member of the A series, measures 210 by 297 millimeters.

The A series was built on the foundation of the A0 size, a sheet with a one-square-meter area. Each subsequent size in the series is created by halving the previous paper size parallel to its shorter sides. For example, halving an A0 sheet results in the dimensions of an A1 sheet, and the process continues down to the smallest size, A10.

Two additional ISO series—B and C—offer alternative dimensions. The B series provides intermediate sizes not covered by the A series, while the C series specifically caters to envelope sizes designed to fit A series paper.

In contrast to the ISO series, U.S. paper sizes like Letter and Legal don’t have a consistent aspect ratio, which can make resizing documents for different paper sizes more challenging. This divergence in standards may lead to confusion and inefficiencies, especially for international communication and business.

Despite the widespread adoption of ISO 216 across the globe, the U.S. holds steadfast to its unique paper sizing tradition. This difference is deeply rooted in the country’s history of papermaking and continues to affect how Americans print and distribute documents today.

There have been several efforts to establish a uniform paper industry in the United States. President Hoover initiated a government-wide standard by mandating that all official documents and forms be printed on paper measuring 8 × 10 ½ inches. However, this format did not gain popularity among the general public, leading President Reagan to reinstate the Letter format as the standard.

In 1995, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) adopted the ANSI/ASME Y14.1 standard, which encompasses various formats denoted by ANSI followed by a letter. Despite the existence of this standard, the traditional sizes continue to be the most widely used.

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Paper Sizes include the various size of sheets of paper that can be used as writing paper, stationery cards, or printed documents. Paper Sizes help users determine which paper size works best for them and will allow them to communicate their ideas. Different regions of the world have created Paper Size standards and guidelines for this reason. The most common is the ISO 216 is the Paper Size standard internationally except for North America and parts of Central and South America. The different types of Paper Sizes guidelines and standards include Architectural Sizes, the Canadian standard, and the ANSI standard.

Paper sizes have a fascinating development arc, initially lacking standardization. Early paper was made in various sizes based on the mould used. In the late 18th century, paper sizes started to standardize, but different countries had their own systems. The most significant advancement came with the German DIN 476 standard in 1922, introducing the A-series (like A4) based on a simple mathematical formula. This system, later adopted internationally as ISO 216, revolutionized paper sizes, ensuring consistency and interoperability worldwide. This change greatly simplified tasks like printing and stationery design, making our interaction with paper more efficient and predictable.

The future of paper sizes is likely to be influenced by digitalization and environmental concerns. As we move towards a more digital-centric world, the need for standard paper sizes may diminish, but they won't disappear. We might see an increase in demand for specialized sizes for specific purposes, like bespoke stationery or unique print designs. Eco-friendly and sustainable practices could lead to the creation of paper from alternative materials, potentially affecting size options. Contemporary trends like minimalism might also influence smaller, more efficient paper sizes. In essence, paper sizes will continue to evolve, reflecting our changing usage, technological advancements, and environmental priorities.

The size of ‘regular’ printer paper is considered to be the Letter paper size as it is the standard size for most printers. The Letter paper size is typically used as the standard document size and is used to print documents, magazines, catalogs, letters, and general forms.

Paper is made through a combination of 2 steps. First, cellulose fibers are extracted from different types of sources and converted into pulp. Then, the pulp is combined with water and placed on a paper-making machine that is then flattened, dried, and cut into sheets and rolls.

Paper weight can be defined as the weight of the thickness of a paper. Paper weight is determined by weighing 500 sheets of the size of a particular type of paper which is then stated in grams or pounds. Unfortunately, not all paper types have the same standard size so paper weight can become confusing.

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Arch E2 Paper is one of the paper sizes that belongs to the Architectural Paper series defined by the American National Standards Institute. Arch E2 Paper is preferred and used by North American architects to print large drawings. Arch E2 Paper has an aspect ratio of 19:13.

Arch E2 Paper has a width of 26” (660 mm) and height of 38” (965 mm). The surface area of Arch E2 Paper is 6.86 ft2 (.637 m2).

Drawings include: Arch E2 Paper plan, size diagram

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US Government Legal Paper is part of the North American loose paper sizes that are standardized by the American National Standards Institute. US Government Legal Paper is one of the least common paper sizes. US Government Legal Paper is slightly longer, but shares the same width as the US Letter Paper.

US Government Legal Paper has a width of 8.5” (216 mm) and height of 13” (330 mm). The surface area of US Government Legal Paper is .76 ft2 (.071 m2).

Drawings include: US Government Legal Paper plan, size diagram

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Arch B Paper is one of the paper sizes within the Architectural Paper series that is defined by the American National Standards Institute. Arch B Paper is most commonly used by North American architects to print large format drawings. Arch B Paper has an aspect ratio of 3:2.

Arch B Paper has a width of 12” (305 mm) and height of 18” (457 mm). The surface area of Arch B Paper is 1.5 ft2 (.139 m2).

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A9 Paper is part of the A paper size series that belongs to the ISO 216 international paper size standard. A9 Paper is one of the smallest sizes of all the A papers and is often used for stickers. A9 Paper is half the size of the A8 Paper.

A9 Paper has a width of 1.46” (37 mm) and height of 2.05” (52 mm). The surface area of A9 Paper is .02 ft2 (.002 m2).

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A11 Paper belongs to the A series made up of paper sizes that are defined by the ISO 216 international paper size standard. A11 Paper is one of the smallest paper sizes within the A paper series and is half the size of A10 Paper.

A11 Paper has a width of .71” (18 mm) and height of 1.02” (26 mm). The surface area of A11 Paper is .005 ft2 (.0005 m2).

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  1. A Paper Sizes

    Dimensions of the A series paper sizes 4A0, 2A0, A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9 and A10 width and height in inches (in), millimetres (mm), centimetres (cm) and metres (m).

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    The most frequently used paper size is A4 measuring 210 by 297 millimetres (8.27 in × 11.7 in). The standard dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimetre. A0 841 x 1189 mm A1 594 x 841 mm A2 420 x 594 mm A3 297 x 420 mm A4 210 x 297 mm A5 148 x 210 mm A6 105 x 148 mm A7 74 x 105 mm A8 52 x 74 mm A9 37 x 52 mm A10 26 x 37 mm A11 18 x 26 mm A12

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    All dimensions are specified in inches, millimeters as well as PostScript points (1/72 inch, always rounded off). The overview covers: ISO page sizes - The ISO A series is the most frequently used page measurement standard. It includes the DIN A4 format. The ISO B sizes are used for poster printing while ISO C is meant for envelopes.

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    US-Letter primarily US-Letter predominantly US-Letter exclusively The international paper size standard is ISO 216. It is based on the German DIN 476 standard for paper sizes. Each ISO paper size is one half of the area of the next larger size in the same series.

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    The most common paper size used in English speaking countries around the world is A4, which is 210mm × 297mm (8.27 inches × 11.7 inches). The largest sheet from the A series is the A0 size of paper. It has an area of 1m2, and the dimensions are 841mm × 1189mm.

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    There are three ranges of paper sizes, prefixed A, B and C. The most widely used for general printing and letterhead stationery is the A series. The most common of these sheet sizes is the international letterhead size A4, which measures 8-1/4 x 11-3/4 in, or 210 x 297 mm. These paper measurements are defined by the ISO 216 standard.

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    The A0 sheet measures 84.1 x 118.9 cm or 33.1 x 46.8 inches and has a surface area of 0.999 949 m² or almost 1 m², which corresponds to 16 A4 sheets. As for the A1 paper size, it represents ½ of an A0 sheet and measures 59.4 x 84.1 cm or 594 x 841 mm.

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    A Series Paper Sizes Defined. The A series paper sizes are defined in ISO 216 by the following requirements: The length divided by the width is 1.4142; The A0 size has an area of 1 square metre. Each subsequent size A(n) is defined as A(n-1) cut in half parallel to its shorter sides. The standard length and width of each size is rounded to the ...

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    A Paper Sizes - A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10 > ISO Standard A, B & C > A Paper Sizes - A0, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10 Alan Lee ISO Standard A, B & C July 19, 2023 Paper Sizes are of great use these days. We use paper for different purposes.

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    ISO 216 defines the most common paper size standard in operation in the world today. With the exception of the United States, Canada, Peru, Mexico, Colombia and The Dominican Republic, the ISO 216 is used in every country to specify standard "A" size and "B" size paper, including the most common sized paper in the world, A4. Alongside ISO 216, there exists two other ISO standards, ISO 217 and ...

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    For sizes up to 150mm (5.9in), size is +-1.5mm (0.06in). For lengths between 150 and 600 mm (5.9 and 23.6 in), the size is +-2 mm (0.08 in). For any lengths larger than 600 mm (23.6 in), the size is +-3 mm (0.12 in). The size of the paper after dividing the length and width is 1.4142. The A0 dimension has a 1 m2 area.

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    Paper Size Chart. In order to visualise the different A-Series paper sizes, try to compare each one in relation to the paper size that is one grade larger. Each paper size is a perfect half of the larger size. Folding an A0 size creates an A1 size, folding an A1 size creates an A2 size, and so on.

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    The most commonly used paper sizes within the North American system are Letter (8.5 x 11 inches), Legal (8.5 x 14 inches), and Tabloid (11 x 17 inches). The Letter format is the equivalent of the ISO A4 format in terms of its popularity in business and educational use. However, the dimensions of the two are not the same.

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