11×14 vs 11×17 Print Size
Same 11-inch width — but 11×17 is 3 inches taller and 21% larger. One fits a photo frame. The other needs a poster frame. Here's the full breakdown with exact pixel dimensions at 300 DPI.
Quick Answer
What is the difference between 11×14 and 11×17 print size?
Pixel Dimensions for 11×14 and 11×17 at 300 DPI
These are the exact pixel dimensions required for sharp, print-ready output. Always export at 300 DPI — screen-resolution files (72–96 DPI) produce blurry prints regardless of file size.
| Size | Pixels (300 DPI) | Ratio | Area | SnapToSize Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11×14 in | 3,300 × 4,200 px | 11:14 (≈ 4:5) | 154 sq in | Extras |
| 11×17 in | 3,300 × 5,100 px | 11:17 (≈ 2:3) | 187 sq in | Extras |
How Much Bigger Is 11×17 Than 11×14?
An 11×17 print covers 187 square inches, while an 11×14 covers 154 square inches — a difference of 33 square inches, or 21.4% more area. In practical terms: the two prints are the same width held side by side, but 11×17 is noticeably taller — 3 full inches.
At pixel level, both start at 3,300 px wide. The height difference is where they diverge: 4,200 px vs 5,100 px — a gap of 900 pixels at 300 DPI. That extra height is why 11×17 needs an entirely different frame than 11×14, and why a design made for one won't fill the other.
Why 11×14 and 11×17 Need Separate Files
11×14 has a ratio of 11:14 (close to 4:5). 11×17 has a ratio of 11:17 (close to 2:3). Different ratios mean a design sized for one will not fit the other without either cropping or leaving white space.
If you take an 11×14 design (3,300×4,200 px) and try to use it for an 11×17 listing, it will either be cropped at the top and bottom to fill the frame, or it will print with 1.5 inches of blank space on the long edges. Neither result is what your buyer expects from a ready-to-print file.
The correct approach: export two separate files — one at 3,300×4,200 px for 11×14 and one at 3,300×5,100 px for 11×17. SnapToSize generates both from a single upload — no Photoshop, no manual resizing, no pixel math.
When to Offer Each Size on Etsy
11×14 — Standard large art print
Best for wall art, portraits, and prints buyers will frame. 11×14 is a photo mat standard — buyers can find frames at any home goods store. It's the dominant large-format size for Etsy wall art listings and converts well because the framing path is familiar and cheap for buyers. Ratio is approximately 4:5, so it pairs naturally with 8×10 designs.
11×17 — Poster and tabloid format
Best for posters, quote prints designed for a tall poster frame, and content that benefits from the extra vertical space — song lyrics, long inspirational quotes, multi-item lists, or art with a strong vertical composition. Buyers interested in 11×17 often have a specific poster frame in mind. It's also a standard size at print shops (FedEx, Staples), so home printing is straightforward.
Best practice for Etsy sellers: Include both sizes in your listing. A buyer looking for large wall art might want 11×14 to fit their existing frame, or 11×17 because they have a poster frame. Offering both, with clear file names, eliminates the most common “do you have this in a different size?” message and expands your listing's appeal at zero extra design cost.
Frame Size Guide: 11×14 vs 11×17
The frame options for these two sizes are completely different — which is the most practical reason they require separate print files.
| Size | Frame type | Availability | Where to find |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11×14 | Standard photo frame | Very common | IKEA, Target, Walmart, Amazon |
| 11×17 | Poster frame / tabloid frame | Less common in stores | Amazon, specialty frame shops |
Note: many 11×14 frames include a mat with an 8×10 opening. If your buyer is printing an 11×14 file, remind them to look for a frame with a full 11×14 opening or no mat — otherwise the edges of their print will be hidden.
Offering 11×14 and 11×17 means two separate export workflows: different canvas sizes, different pixel counts, different files to name and check.
Upload once. SnapToSize generates both at 3,300×4,200 px and 3,300×5,100 px. No Photoshop, no cropping, guaranteed under 20 MB.
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Is 11×17 the Same as Tabloid Paper?
Yes. 11×17 inches is the US Tabloid paper size (also called Ledger when oriented landscape). It's a standard paper size at print shops nationwide, which means 11×17 prints are affordable to produce and support is universal at FedEx Office, Staples, Walgreens, and local printers.
For Etsy sellers, this is actually an advantage: buyers looking for an 11×17 print can easily take your file to any print shop and get a quality result without special ordering. Pair that with a clean, properly sized 3,300×5,100 px file at 300 DPI and your buyers will rarely have printing issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Both are 11 inches wide, but 11×17 is 3 inches taller — 21% more total area. At 300 DPI: 11×14 = 3,300×4,200 px (154 sq in); 11×17 = 3,300×5,100 px (187 sq in). 11×14 fits standard large photo frames; 11×17 is a poster/tabloid size requiring a dedicated poster frame.
Yes. 11×17 inches is the US Tabloid paper size (also called Ledger in landscape orientation). It's a standard print shop paper size, which is why 11×17 prints are affordable to produce and widely supported at print shops like FedEx, Staples, and local printers.
A standard 11×14 photo frame — widely available at IKEA, Target, Walmart, and Amazon. Many 11×14 frames include a mat with a smaller opening (often 8×10 mat). To display the full 11×14 print, buy a frame without a mat or with a full 11×14 opening.
An 11×17 print requires a dedicated poster frame. Look for '11×17 poster frames' or 'tabloid frames' — these aren't as common in physical stores as standard photo frame sizes, but are widely available online. Standard poster frames (11×17, 12×18, 18×24) all work well for this format.
Yes, but the 11×14 design won't fill an 11×17 sheet: you'll get roughly 1.5 inches of blank space on the top and bottom. The image prints at full resolution but sits centered on the larger sheet. This works if buyers know to trim the paper, but providing separate 11×14 and 11×17 files gives buyers a better experience.
Yes. Both sizes are included automatically in SnapToSize's Extras exports — generated from a single upload at 300 DPI, correctly sized, and under Etsy's 20 MB per-file limit. No Photoshop, no manual resizing, no guessing at pixel counts.