B6 vs C6
| B6 | C6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 125 × 176 | 114 × 162 |
| Inches | 4.92 × 6.93 | 4.49 × 6.38 |
| Centimetres | 12.5 × 17.6 | 11.4 × 16.2 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.41 | 1:1.42 |
| Area | 220 cm² | 184.7 cm² |
Which is bigger
B6, by 19.1% in area. B6 is 11 mm wider than C6. B6 is 14 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A C6 page fits inside B6 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 5.5 mm border down each side and 7 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| B6 artwork on C6 paper | 91.2% | 0 × 1.5 mm margin |
| C6 artwork on B6 paper | 108.6% | 1.1 × 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: B6 is 1:1.41 and C6 is 1:1.42. 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 1.5 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between B6 and C6?
B6 is 125 × 176 mm and C6 is 114 × 162 mm. B6 is the larger of the two by 19.1% in area.
Can I print B6 on C6?
Not at full size. Scale it to 91.2% and it fits inside C6 with 0 × 1.5 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, B6 or C6?
B6 — 125 × 176 mm against 114 × 162 mm, which is 19.1% more area.
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