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Here is a detailed table referring to the standard A4 paper size, including dimensions, uses, and variations as per ISO 216 standards, and common models/types in different applications:
Type | Dimensions (mm) | Dimensions (inches) | Common Uses | Notes |
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Standard A4 Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Office documents, letters, forms, books | The most widely used paper size globally for everyday documentation. |
A4+ (Oversized A4) | 225 x 297 | 8.86 x 11.69 | Bound documents, presentations, portfolios | Slightly larger than A4 for better binding and presentation formats. |
A4 Half Sheet | 105 x 297 | 4.13 x 11.69 | Brochures, tickets, leaflets | Cut down version for long but narrow print material. |
A4 Booklet Folded | 148.5 x 210 | 5.83 x 8.27 | Magazines, booklets | A4 folded in half, often used in the publishing of small booklets or manuals. |
A4 Letterhead | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Professional letterheads, company stationery | Customized for business letters, typically with pre-printed branding on the top of the page. |
A4 Bond Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Legal documents, archival purposes | Higher quality, more durable than standard A4 paper, often used for official documents that need to last. |
A4 Glossy Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Photos, marketing materials | Coated with a glossy finish, often used in photography or vibrant printed marketing material. |
A4 Matte Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Posters, design prints | Matte finish for non-reflective, professional-looking prints, especially for design and poster work. |
A4 Recycled Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Environmentally-friendly printing, drafts | Made from recycled materials, commonly used for eco-conscious businesses. |
A4 Tracing Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Technical drawings, architectural designs | Translucent paper used in technical fields for tracing blueprints, drawings, and plans. |
A4 Inkjet Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Inkjet printing, high-quality documents | Specially optimized for inkjet printers, providing high-quality print results. |
A4 Laser Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Laser printing | Suitable for use in laser printers, offering sharp and clear printing results with minimal smudging. |
A4 Photo Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | High-quality photos | Thick, coated paper for printing high-resolution photographs with excellent color saturation and sharpness. |
A4 Carbonless Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Multi-part forms, invoices | Used in forms where duplication is needed without carbon sheets, ideal for creating copies on the fly (e.g., invoices, receipts). |
A4 Pre-Punched Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Office files, binding | Pre-punched for easy filing in ring binders. Common in office environments for paperwork organization. |
A4 Perforated Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Forms, vouchers, detachable sections | Contains perforations for easy tearing of sections. Often used in tickets, vouchers, or forms that need to be torn easily. |
A4 Art Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Art projects, illustrations, crafts | Specifically designed for art projects, often with a high GSM (thickness), suitable for watercolors, pastels, and other artistic mediums. |
A4 Label Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Stickers, labels, mailing labels | Adhesive-backed paper for printing labels. Often comes in pre-cut shapes and sizes for easy peeling and sticking. |
A4 Cardstock | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Invitations, greeting cards, certificates | Thicker and more rigid than standard paper, used for creating sturdy documents like cards and certificates. |
A4 Vellum Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Formal documents, wedding invitations | A translucent, high-quality paper often used for formal documents, invitations, and other premium print materials. |
A4 Specialty Paper | 210 x 297 | 8.27 x 11.69 | Certificates, diplomas, fancy stationery | Embossed, textured, or metallic papers for printing special documents such as awards, diplomas, and formal invitations. |
Additional Notes:
- GSM: Paper types can vary in GSM (grams per square meter), which affects thickness and weight. For example, A4 standard paper is typically around 80 GSM, while photo paper and cardstock can range from 200 GSM to 350 GSM.
- Regional Variations: While A4 is the most common paper size internationally (except the U.S. and Canada), some regions may use Letter size (8.5 x 11 inches) instead.
This table outlines the main variations and types of A4 paper, their dimensions, and uses.