B0 vs B4
| B0 | B4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 1000 × 1414 | 250 × 353 |
| Inches | 39.37 × 55.67 | 9.84 × 13.9 |
| Centimetres | 100 × 141.4 | 25 × 35.3 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.41 |
| Area | 14140 cm² | 882.5 cm² |
Which is bigger
B0 is 16 times the area of B4. They are 4 steps apart in the B series and each step halves the sheet, so the multiple is two to the power of 4. The number in the name going up while the sheet goes down is why this has to be asked rather than read off.
B0 is 750 mm wider than B4. B0 is 1061 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B4 page fits inside B0 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 375 mm border down each side and 530.5 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B0 artwork on B4 paper | 25% | 0.4 × 0 mm margin |
| B4 artwork on B0 paper | 400% | 0 × 2 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 1:1.41 proportions, so artwork scales between them without any cropping or extra margin — only the size changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B0 and B4?
B0 is 1000 × 1414 mm and B4 is 250 × 353 mm. B0 is the larger of the two by 1502.3% in area.
Can I print B0 on B4?
Not at full size. Scale it to 25% and it fits inside B4 with 0.4 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B0 or B4?
B0 — 1000 × 1414 mm against 250 × 353 mm, which is 1502.3% more area.
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