DL vs Mass Market
| DL | Mass Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 110 × 220 | 107.95 × 174.5 |
| Inches | 4.33 × 8.66 | 4.25 × 6.87 |
| Centimetres | 11 × 22 | 10.8 × 17.5 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:2 | 1:1.62 |
| Area | 242 cm² | 188.4 cm² |
Which is bigger
DL, by 28.5% in area. DL is 2 mm wider than Mass Market. DL is 45.5 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Mass Market page fits inside DL whole — print it at 100% and you get a 1 mm border down each side and 22.8 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| DL artwork on Mass Market paper | 79.3% | 20.7 × 0 mm margin |
| Mass Market artwork on DL paper | 101.9% | 0 × 42.2 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 Mass Market is 1:1.62. 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 20.7 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between DL and Mass Market?
DL is 110 × 220 mm and Mass Market is 107.95 × 174.5 mm. DL is the larger of the two by 28.5% in area.
Can I print DL on Mass Market?
Not at full size. Scale it to 79.3% and it fits inside Mass Market with 20.7 × 0 mm to spare.
Which is bigger, DL or Mass Market?
DL — 110 × 220 mm against 107.95 × 174.5 mm, which is 28.5% more area.
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