Executive vs ARCH A
| Executive | ARCH A | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 184.15 × 266.7 | 228.6 × 304.8 |
| Inches | 7.25 × 10.5 | 9 × 12 |
| Centimetres | 18.4 × 26.7 | 22.9 × 30.5 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.45 | 1:1.33 |
| Area | 491.1 cm² | 696.8 cm² |
Which is bigger
ARCH A, by 41.9% in area. ARCH A is 44.4 mm wider than Executive. ARCH A is 38.1 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Executive page fits inside ARCH A whole — print it at 100% and you get a 22.2 mm border down each side and 19.1 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| Executive artwork on ARCH A paper | 114.3% | 18.1 × 0 mm margin |
| ARCH A artwork on Executive paper | 80.6% | 0 × 21.2 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: Executive is 1:1.45 and ARCH A is 1:1.33. 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 18.1 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Executive and ARCH A?
Executive is 184.15 × 266.7 mm and ARCH A is 228.6 × 304.8 mm. ARCH A is the larger of the two by 41.9% in area.
Can I print Executive on ARCH A?
Yes, at 100% — Executive is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside ARCH A with a border all round.
Which is bigger, Executive or ARCH A?
ARCH A — 228.6 × 304.8 mm against 184.15 × 266.7 mm, which is 41.9% more area.
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