Tobias Reed
Tobias Reed Production Knowledge Lead at 4OVER4.COM
Question

What is the difference between finished size and flat size?

Answer

Flat size is the full dimension of the sheet before any folding, while finished size is what you hold after folding or assembly is done.

TermMeaningTri-fold brochure example
Flat sizeThe unfolded sheetThe large open sheet
Finished sizeAfter folding or assemblyThe slim, folded panel

Set up your artwork at the flat size, then account for the fold lines so panels align at the finished size.

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