Letterhead Specs: Sizes, Margins & Dimensions
Complete technical reference for business stationery printing: exact dimensions in millimetres, inches, 96 DPI screen canvas, and 300 DPI print resolutions, plus bleed rules, margin presets, and font standards.
210 × 297 mm
2480 × 3508 px @ 300 DPI
8.5 × 11.0 in
2550 × 3300 px @ 300 DPI
3mm Bleed / 5mm Safe
Edge-to-edge cut protection
Standard Letterhead Paper Sizes & Dimensions
A4 is standard in the UK, EU, Australia, and internationally. US Letter is standard across the US and Canada. Every size is instantly selectable in the editor.
| Paper Standard | Physical Dimensions | Screen Canvas (96 DPI) | Print Canvas (300 DPI) | Regional Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 (International Standard) | 210 × 297 mm (8.27 × 11.69 in) | 794 × 1123 px | 2480 × 3508 px | Global standard (UK, EU, Asia, Australia) |
| US Letter | 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.5 × 11.0 in) | 816 × 1056 px | 2550 × 3300 px | North America (US & Canada) |
| Legal | 215.9 × 355.6 mm (8.5 × 14.0 in) | 816 × 1344 px | 2550 × 4200 px | US contracts & legal proceedings |
| A5 (Memo / Note) | 148 × 210 mm (5.83 × 8.27 in) | 559 × 794 px | 1748 × 2480 px | Compliment slips & short notices |
| Executive | 184.1 × 266.7 mm (7.25 × 10.5 in) | 696 × 1008 px | 2175 × 3150 px | Formal personal & executive stationery |
Recommended Letterhead Margin Presets
Top margin clears header graphics and logos; side margins provide comfortable folder binding; bottom margin leaves dedicated room for company registration and tax IDs.
| Preset Style | Top Margin | Side Margins | Bottom Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (1" / 25mm) | 34px top (Header clearance) | 40px side (Safe margin) | 26px bottom (Legal footer) |
| Narrow (0.6" / 15mm) | 20px top (Header clearance) | 24px side (Safe margin) | 18px bottom (Legal footer) |
| Wide (1.4" / 35mm) | 48px top (Header clearance) | 56px side (Safe margin) | 36px bottom (Legal footer) |
| Compact Header | 22px top (Header clearance) | 32px side (Safe margin) | 20px bottom (Legal footer) |
Commercial Print Bleed & Resolution Standards
Guidelines for sending your letterhead files to commercial print houses, local copy shops, or offset litho printers.
| Specification | Measurement | Purpose & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Bleed | 3 mm (0.125 inches) | Add 3mm of extra color/background past the final trim line to prevent white paper borders. |
| Safe Zone Margin | 5 mm (0.20 inches) | Keep all typography, phone numbers, and logos at least 5mm inside the trim line to prevent accidental cutting. |
| Print Resolution | 300 DPI (Dots Per Inch) | Ensures sharp vector logos, crisp hairline dividers, and artifact-free letter text on paper. |
| Color Model | CMYK / High-res sRGB | Use CMYK for commercial four-color press runs; high-contrast sRGB for digital PDF letterheads. |
Curated Font Pairings
High-contrast heading faces paired with exceptionally readable body fonts. Available with one tap under the editor Style tab.
Editorial Serif & Sans
Fraunces + Inter
Modern publication style with high contrast serif heading and clean body.
Classic Executive
Playfair Display + Lora
Timeless formal look ideal for law practices and financial consultancies.
Tech & Architecture
Space Grotesk + Inter
Geometric monospaced feel for engineering, tech, and modern design studios.
Luxury Heritage
Cormorant Garamond + Libre Baskerville
Refined serif aesthetic perfect for high-end retail, arts, and literature.
Clean Corporate
Montserrat + Roboto
Bold sans-serif structure suitable for corporate enterprises and agencies.
Modern Minimalist
Plus Jakarta Sans + Inter
Sleek, tech-forward aesthetic with optimal print readability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact dimensions of an A4 letterhead at 300 DPI?
The exact dimensions of an A4 letterhead are 210 × 297 mm (8.27 × 11.69 inches). For professional 300 DPI printing, the required digital canvas size is exactly 2480 × 3508 pixels.
What are the exact dimensions of a US Letter letterhead at 300 DPI?
The exact dimensions of a US Letter letterhead are 8.5 × 11.0 inches (215.9 × 279.4 mm). For professional 300 DPI printing, the canvas size is exactly 2550 × 3300 pixels.
What are standard letterhead margins for business stationery?
Standard margins are 25mm to 35mm (1.0 to 1.38 inches) at the top to clear the header logo, 20mm to 25mm (0.79 to 1.0 inch) on both sides for standard binder or folder margins, and 20mm to 25mm at the bottom to leave ample space for company registration and tax details.
What bleed size should be used for commercial letterhead printing?
Commercial print shops specify a 3mm (0.125 inch) bleed on all four sides if artwork, color banners, or borders extend to the page edge. Always keep text and logos 5mm inside the trim edge in the safe zone.
What is the recommended logo size on a letterhead?
For horizontal rectangular logos, a width of 40mm to 65mm (1.5 to 2.5 inches) at 300 DPI (approx 450 to 750 pixels) is standard. For circular or square emblems, a height of 25mm to 35mm (1.0 to 1.38 inches) maintains visual harmony.
What font sizes are recommended for professional letterheads?
The company or individual name should be set at 18pt to 26pt. Address, telephone, and email contact lines should be set at 8pt to 9.5pt. The letter body text is standardly 10pt to 11.5pt with 1.35 to 1.5 line spacing, and footer legal disclaimers are set at 7pt to 8pt.