Tabloid vs C3
| Tabloid | C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 279.4 × 431.8 | 324 × 458 |
| Inches | 11 × 17 | 12.76 × 18.03 |
| Centimetres | 27.9 × 43.2 | 32.4 × 45.8 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.55 | 1:1.41 |
| Area | 1206.4 cm² | 1483.9 cm² |
Which is bigger
C3, by 23% in area. C3 is 44.6 mm wider than Tabloid. C3 is 26.2 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Tabloid page fits inside C3 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 22.3 mm border down each side and 13.1 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| Tabloid artwork on C3 paper | 106.1% | 27.6 × 0 mm margin |
| C3 artwork on Tabloid paper | 86.2% | 0 × 36.8 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: Tabloid is 1:1.55 and C3 is 1:1.41. 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 27.6 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Tabloid and C3?
Tabloid is 279.4 × 431.8 mm and C3 is 324 × 458 mm. C3 is the larger of the two by 23% in area.
Can I print Tabloid on C3?
Yes, at 100% — Tabloid is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside C3 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, Tabloid or C3?
C3 — 324 × 458 mm against 279.4 × 431.8 mm, which is 23% more area.
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