B5 vs Executive
| B5 | Executive | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 176 × 250 | 184.15 × 266.7 |
| Inches | 6.93 × 9.84 | 7.25 × 10.5 |
| Centimetres | 17.6 × 25 | 18.4 × 26.7 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.42 | 1:1.45 |
| Area | 440 cm² | 491.1 cm² |
Which is bigger
Executive, by 11.6% in area. Executive is 8.2 mm wider than B5. Executive is 16.7 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A B5 page fits inside Executive whole — print it at 100% and you get a 4.1 mm border down each side and 8.3 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B5 artwork on Executive paper | 104.6% | 0 × 5.1 mm margin |
| Executive artwork on B5 paper | 93.7% | 3.4 × 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: B5 is 1:1.42 and Executive is 1:1.45. 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 5.1 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B5 and Executive?
B5 is 176 × 250 mm and Executive is 184.15 × 266.7 mm. Executive is the larger of the two by 11.6% in area.
Can I print B5 on Executive?
Yes, at 100% — B5 is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Executive with a border all round.
Which is bigger, B5 or Executive?
Executive — 184.15 × 266.7 mm against 176 × 250 mm, which is 11.6% more area.
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