Nadia Petrov Customer Education Lead at 4OVER4.COM
Nadia is our customer education voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
How big are postcards compared to regular paper?
Answer
It helps to picture postcard sizes against a standard 8.5 by 11 inch letter sheet. A 4 by 6 card is roughly a quarter of that page, while larger formats climb toward half or two-thirds of the sheet.
| Postcard size | Compared to a letter sheet |
|---|---|
| 4 x 6 in | About one-quarter of the page |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | Exactly half the page |
| 6 x 9 in | Roughly two-thirds of the page |
The 6 by 9 format is the largest common option and gives you the most room for imagery and offers.
- Most common: 4 x 6 in, which qualifies for the lower USPS postcard rate when a card is at least 3.5 x 5 in and no larger than 4.25 x 6 in.
- Other popular sizes: 5 x 7 in for invitations and announcements (mailed at letter rates), and 6 x 11 in for maximum impact on promotions.
- Squares: 5 x 5 in and 6 x 6 in suit social-style designs, and custom trim sizes work when a standard size does not fit the layout.
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