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 1/8", 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" rounded corners?
Answer
The numbers on rounded corners refer to the radius of the curve, or how much of each corner gets rounded off. A bigger number means a larger, softer curve, while a smaller number keeps the corner closer to a sharp 90-degree edge.
| Radius | Look |
|---|---|
| 1/8" | The subtlest, closest to a standard sharp corner with a gentle round |
| 1/4" | A moderate, balanced curve and a popular middle ground |
| 3/8" | Noticeably, clearly curved |
| 1/2" | The softest, most pronounced curve |
- Choose 1/8" for barely-there softening, 1/4" for a clean, modern look, and 3/8" or 1/2" when you want clearly curved corners.
- Keep important text and logos away from the corners so nothing is clipped by the rounding.
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