A1 vs B2
| A1 | B2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 594 × 841 | 500 × 707 |
| Inches | 23.39 × 33.11 | 19.69 × 27.83 |
| Centimetres | 59.4 × 84.1 | 50 × 70.7 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.41 |
| Area | 4995.5 cm² | 3535 cm² |
Which is bigger
A1, by 41.3% in area. A1 is 94 mm wider than B2. A1 is 134 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B2 page fits inside A1 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 47 mm border down each side and 67 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| A1 artwork on B2 paper | 84.1% | 0.6 × 0 mm margin |
| B2 artwork on A1 paper | 118.8% | 0 × 1.1 mm margin |
These are the numbers for the "custom scale" box in a print dialog. "Fit to page" computes the same thing, but knowing the figure tells you in advance whether the result will look deliberate or accidental.
Why the shapes matter
The proportions differ: A1 is 1:1.42 and B2 is 1:1.41. That difference is why a layout moved between them never quite lines up — scale it to fit one edge and the other is left with 0.6 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between A1 and B2?
A1 is 594 × 841 mm and B2 is 500 × 707 mm. A1 is the larger of the two by 41.3% in area.
Can I print A1 on B2?
Not at full size. Scale it to 84.1% and it fits inside B2 with 0.6 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, A1 or B2?
A1 — 594 × 841 mm against 500 × 707 mm, which is 41.3% more area.
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