DL vs JIS B6
| DL | JIS B6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 110 × 220 | 128 × 182 |
| Inches | 4.33 × 8.66 | 5.04 × 7.17 |
| Centimetres | 11 × 22 | 12.8 × 18.2 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:2 | 1:1.42 |
| Area | 242 cm² | 233 cm² |
Which is bigger
DL, by 3.9% in area. JIS B6 is 18 mm wider than DL. DL is 38 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
Neither sheet fits inside the other at full size: JIS B6 is the wider of the two while DL is the taller, so each overruns the other on one edge. Whichever way you go, something has to scale or crop.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| DL artwork on JIS B6 paper | 82.7% | 37 × 0 mm margin |
| JIS B6 artwork on DL paper | 85.9% | 0 × 63.6 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: DL is 1:2 and JIS B6 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 37 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between DL and JIS B6?
DL is 110 × 220 mm and JIS B6 is 128 × 182 mm. DL is the larger of the two by 3.9% in area.
Can I print DL on JIS B6?
Not at full size. Scale it to 82.7% and it fits inside JIS B6 with 37 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, DL or JIS B6?
DL — 110 × 220 mm against 128 × 182 mm, which is 3.9% more area.
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