B3 vs Tabloid
| B3 | Tabloid | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 353 × 500 | 279.4 × 431.8 |
| Inches | 13.9 × 19.69 | 11 × 17 |
| Centimetres | 35.3 × 50 | 27.9 × 43.2 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.55 |
| Area | 1765 cm² | 1206.4 cm² |
Which is bigger
B3, by 46.3% in area. B3 is 73.6 mm wider than Tabloid. B3 is 68.2 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Tabloid page fits inside B3 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 36.8 mm border down each side and 34.1 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B3 artwork on Tabloid paper | 79.2% | 0 × 36 mm margin |
| Tabloid artwork on B3 paper | 115.8% | 29.5 × 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
The proportions differ: B3 is 1:1.42 and Tabloid is 1:1.55. 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 36 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B3 and Tabloid?
B3 is 353 × 500 mm and Tabloid is 279.4 × 431.8 mm. B3 is the larger of the two by 46.3% in area.
Can I print B3 on Tabloid?
Not at full size. Scale it to 79.2% and it fits inside Tabloid with 0 × 36 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B3 or Tabloid?
B3 — 353 × 500 mm against 279.4 × 431.8 mm, which is 46.3% more area.
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