Tobias Reed Production Knowledge Lead at 4OVER4.COM
Tobias is our voice for cutting, binding and large format, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What is the difference between a lanyard slot and a drilled hole?
Answer
A lanyard slot and a drilled hole are two ways to add an attachment point to a printed piece, and the difference is simply the shape of the opening. That shape decides what threads through it comfortably.
- Drilled hole: a small round opening, good for string, ribbon, or ring attachments.
- Lanyard slot: a tab-shaped rectangular opening designed to fit a flat lanyard or badge clip.
| Type | Shape | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Drilled hole | Circular | String, ring, ribbon |
| Lanyard slot | Tab-shaped | Flat lanyards, clips |
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