B4 vs Tabloid
| B4 | Tabloid | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 250 × 353 | 279.4 × 431.8 |
| Inches | 9.84 × 13.9 | 11 × 17 |
| Centimetres | 25 × 35.3 | 27.9 × 43.2 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.55 |
| Area | 882.5 cm² | 1206.4 cm² |
Which is bigger
Tabloid, by 36.7% in area. Tabloid is 29.4 mm wider than B4. Tabloid is 78.8 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B4 page fits inside Tabloid whole — print it at 100% and you get a 14.7 mm border down each side and 39.4 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B4 artwork on Tabloid paper | 111.8% | 0 × 37.3 mm margin |
| Tabloid artwork on B4 paper | 81.8% | 21.6 × 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: B4 is 1:1.41 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 37.3 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B4 and Tabloid?
B4 is 250 × 353 mm and Tabloid is 279.4 × 431.8 mm. Tabloid is the larger of the two by 36.7% in area.
Can I print B4 on Tabloid?
Yes, at 100% — B4 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Tabloid with a border all round.
Which is bigger, B4 or Tabloid?
Tabloid — 279.4 × 431.8 mm against 250 × 353 mm, which is 36.7% more area.
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