A7 vs B8
| A7 | B8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 74 × 105 | 62 × 88 |
| Inches | 2.91 × 4.13 | 2.44 × 3.46 |
| Centimetres | 7.4 × 10.5 | 6.2 × 8.8 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.42 |
| Area | 77.7 cm² | 54.6 cm² |
Which is bigger
A7, by 42.4% in area. A7 is 12 mm wider than B8. A7 is 17 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B8 page fits inside A7 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 6 mm border down each side and 8.5 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| A7 artwork on B8 paper | 83.8% | 0 × 0 mm margin |
| B8 artwork on A7 paper | 119.3% | 0 × 0 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
Both sheets have the same 1:1.42 proportions, so artwork scales between them without any cropping or extra margin — only the size changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between A7 and B8?
A7 is 74 × 105 mm and B8 is 62 × 88 mm. A7 is the larger of the two by 42.4% in area.
Can I print A7 on B8?
Not at full size. Scale it to 83.8% and it fits inside B8 with 0 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, A7 or B8?
A7 — 74 × 105 mm against 62 × 88 mm, which is 42.4% more area.
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