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Greeting Card Print Size
A common folded greeting card prints flat at 10 x 7 in and folds to 5 x 7 in, with smaller folded card options also available.
Last checked: 2026-05-01
How we calculate this
Methodology and source handling
We convert physical sizes to inches, multiply by the selected DPI/PPI value, and round to whole pixels.
Quick answer
Copy-ready answer
Use a 10 x 7 in flat file for a greeting card that folds to 5 x 7 in. At 300 DPI, the flat trim size is 3000 x 2100 px.
Dimensions and specs
| Trim size | 10 x 7 in | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric trim | 254 x 177.8 mm | |
| Aspect ratio | 10:7 | |
| 300 DPI trim | 3000 x 2100 px | |
| Bleed canvas | 10.25 x 7.25 in (260.35 x 184.15 mm) | |
| 300 DPI with bleed | 3075 x 2175 px | |
| Popular variants | 10 x 7 in flat, folds to 5 x 7 in; 8 x 6 folds to 4 x 6 in | |
| Best for | Folded greeting cards, holiday cards, thank-you cards |
Pixels
Pixel dimensions by DPI
| DPI / PPI | Width | Height | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 DPI | 720 px | 504 px | Screen preview or draft layout check |
| 96 DPI | 960 px | 672 px | Browser and presentation preview |
| 150 DPI | 1500 px | 1050 px | Economy print or larger viewing distance |
| 300 DPI | 3000 px | 2100 px | Recommended high-quality print target |
| 600 DPI | 6000 px | 4200 px | Fine line art or specialist production |
Formula
How to calculate this size
254 mm x 300 PPI = 3,000 px wide.
Use this when the artwork stops at the finished edge.
Add 3.18 mm per side before calculating pixels when artwork reaches the edge.
Common mistakes
Avoid these print setup mistakes
If artwork reaches the edge, add bleed before export so small cutting shifts do not leave a white border.
Keep names, prices, QR codes, and calls to action inside the safe area, not directly on the trim line.
Close-viewed print usually needs 300 DPI; large signs and banners can use lower effective PPI when viewed from farther away.
Calculator
Calculate pixels and bleed
Enter any DPI to calculate the pixel dimensions for this physical size.
Compare
Compare Greeting Card Print Size
Open a curated comparison or send both sizes into the compare tool with a fragment URL.
Build the file at the flat size, mark the fold guide clearly and keep important content away from the fold and trim edges. If the card includes color or images to the edge, add bleed around the full flat canvas, not just the finished folded panel.
Workflow
Use Greeting Card Print Size in a finished file
Set the finished product size before adding bleed or safe margin.
Extend backgrounds past trim and keep text inside the safe area.
Export PDF or raster files at the requested PPI and check crop marks before handoff.
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FAQ
Common questions
What size is a folded 5 x 7 greeting card before folding?
A 5 x 7 in folded card is commonly designed as a 10 x 7 in flat file before folding.
What pixel size is a 10 x 7 greeting card at 300 DPI?
A 10 x 7 in flat greeting card is 3000 x 2100 px at 300 DPI. With 0.125 in bleed, use 3075 x 2175 px.
Where does the fold go on a 10 x 7 greeting card?
The fold is usually at the center, creating two 5 x 7 panels. Use the printer template to confirm left/right panel order and inside orientation.
Should greeting cards have bleed?
Use bleed when artwork reaches the card edge. Also keep text away from the fold so it does not look cramped after scoring.
What envelope fits a 5 x 7 greeting card?
A7 envelopes are commonly used for 5 x 7 cards, but suppliers vary, so confirm envelope dimensions before ordering.
References
Sources and references
Commercial print dimensions are checked against reputable print-provider references. Bleed guidance follows Adobe and printer setup recommendations; final requirements should be confirmed with the printer.
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UPrinting: print sizing tips
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Adobe InDesign print bleed guidance
Used for bleed, crop-mark, and print setup guidance.
Last checked: 2026-05-01