Tabloid vs Super A3
| Tabloid | Super A3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Millimetres | 279.4 × 431.8 | 329 × 483 |
| Inches | 11 × 17 | 12.95 × 19.02 |
| Centimetres | 27.9 × 43.2 | 32.9 × 48.3 |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.55 | 1:1.47 |
| Area | 1206.4 cm² | 1589.1 cm² |
Which is bigger
Super A3, by 31.7% in area. Super A3 is 49.6 mm wider than Tabloid. Super A3 is 51.2 mm taller.
Printing one on the other
A Tabloid page fits inside Super A3 whole — print it at 100% and you get a 24.8 mm border down each side and 25.6 mm top and bottom.
| You want | Set the print scale to | Leaves |
|---|---|---|
| Tabloid artwork on Super A3 paper | 111.9% | 16.5 × 0 mm margin |
| Super A3 artwork on Tabloid paper | 84.9% | 0 × 21.6 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: Tabloid is 1:1.55 and Super A3 is 1:1.47. 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 16.5 mm of unwanted margin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Tabloid and Super A3?
Tabloid is 279.4 × 431.8 mm and Super A3 is 329 × 483 mm. Super A3 is the larger of the two by 31.7% in area.
Can I print Tabloid on Super A3?
Yes, at 100% — Tabloid is smaller on both edges, so it lands inside Super A3 with a border all round.
Which is bigger, Tabloid or Super A3?
Super A3 — 329 × 483 mm against 279.4 × 431.8 mm, which is 31.7% more area.
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