5×7 Print Size for EtsyExact pixel dimensions at 300 DPI — the #2 most popular print size explained
1500×2100 pixels at 300 DPI. Fits every standard frame and prints on regular paper at home. Here's everything you need to set up 5×7 digital downloads that sell.
5×7 at 300 DPI — Exact Pixel Dimensions
To get the right file size for sharp prints, set your design to 1500 pixels wide by 2100 pixels tall. In Canva, create a custom design with these exact dimensions.
Saved as a JPEG, the file is only 1.5-2 MB — well under Etsy's 20 MB upload limit. You can easily bundle multiple sizes in a single ZIP download.
Important: 5×7 has a different shape than 8×10 and 4×6. You can't just resize an 8×10 design to make a 5×7 — it will cut off the edges of your artwork. Each size needs its own file, or you can use a tool that creates each size automatically without cutting anything off.
Why 5×7 Has a Different Shape Than 8×10
This catches many sellers off guard: 5×7 and 8×10 are not the same shape. You can't just shrink an 8×10 to make a 5×7. If you try, parts of your design will get cut off.
Each Size Has a Different Shape
Think of it like this: a 4×6 photo is long and narrow (like a postcard), an 8×10 is almost square, and 5×7 is somewhere in between. They're all slightly different shapes, so resizing between them will always cut something off.
Because 5×7 has its own unique shape, SnapToSize includes it in the Extras pack alongside other popular “odd” sizes like 8.5×11 (US Letter), 11×14, 11×17, and 20×24. These are all sizes buyers frequently ask for that don't share a shape with the main ratio groups.
Why 5×7 Is the #2 Most Popular Etsy Print Size
Affordable Frames Everywhere
5×7 frames start at $1 at dollar stores and are stocked at every major retailer — Target, Walmart, IKEA, Amazon. The low frame cost makes 5×7 prints an impulse-friendly purchase for buyers. No special ordering, no waiting.
Greeting Card & Small Gift Use
5×7 is the standard greeting card size. Buyers purchase 5×7 digital prints not just for framing — they use them as cards, desk prints, nursery accents, and small gifts. This expands your addressable market beyond wall art collectors.
Buyers Purchase Multiples
Because 5×7 is small and affordable to print, buyers frequently purchase multiple designs at once for gallery walls, nursery sets, or gift bundles. A single buyer might purchase 4-6 of your 5×7 prints in one order.
Perfect Gallery Wall Companion
5×7 prints pair naturally with 8×10 in gallery walls. The most popular gallery arrangement uses a mix of 8×10 and 5×7 frames. Offering both sizes in your listings increases average order value and gives buyers more layout flexibility.
Where Buyers Print 5×7
One of 5×7's biggest advantages is how easy it is to print. Unlike larger formats that require professional services, 5×7 fits on standard letter paper and prints at home with zero setup.
Home Printers — The #1 Option
5×7 fits comfortably on standard 8.5×11 letter paper. Most home inkjet printers handle this size with no special settings. Buyers can also buy dedicated 5×7 photo paper packs (available at any office supply store for $5-10). This makes 5×7 the most accessible print size for your customers.
Drugstore Printing — $3-5 Per Print
Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart offer same-day 5×7 photo printing for $3-5. Buyers upload the file online and pick up the print within hours. This is the second most popular printing method for Etsy digital download buyers.
Costco & Online Services
For higher volumes, Costco prints 5×7 photos at $0.59 each. Online services like Shutterfly and Nations Photo Lab offer similar pricing with delivery. Buyers printing gallery wall sets often use these bulk-friendly options.
Listing tip: Add “Print at home on letter paper or pick up at Walgreens for $3-5” to your Etsy description. This removes the “how do I print this?” hesitation that stops first-time digital download buyers from purchasing.
Framing & Matting — What Buyers Need to Know
5×7 prints fit directly into standard 5×7 frames. But the most popular look is a 5×7 print inside an 8×10 frame with a white border around it (called a “mat”) — this is the most common frame combination in home decor.
Common Frame + Mat Combinations
Listing tip: Add “Fits any standard 5×7 frame (Target, IKEA, Amazon, dollar stores). For a gallery look, mat inside an 8×10 frame.” to your Etsy description. This answers the framing question before buyers ask it.
The Extras Pack — Where 5×7 Lives
Because 5×7 has a different shape than the main size groups, SnapToSize includes it in the Extras pack with other popular “odd” sizes. These are all sizes buyers frequently ask for that don't share a shape with the standard groups.
| Print Size | File Size (pixels) | Shape | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5×7 | 1500 × 2100 | 5:7 | Greeting cards, small frames, desk prints |
| 8.5×11 | 2550 × 3300 | 17:22 | US Letter, home printing standard |
| 11×14 | 3300 × 4200 | 11:14 | Standard mat frame for 8×10 |
| 11×17 | 3300 × 5100 | 11:17 | Tabloid / ledger, posters |
| 20×24 | 6000 × 7200 | 5:6 | Large portrait, studio photography |
Including the Extras pack alongside your ratio packs means buyers get the sizes they actually search for — like 5×7 and 8.5×11 — not just mathematically related sizes they may not recognize.
For the full breakdown of all 30 sizes across every ratio pack (2:3, 3:4, 4:5, ISO, and Extras), see the complete Etsy print sizes guide.
File Setup & Naming
Save as JPEG (Not PNG)
JPEG is the go-to format for Etsy print files. A 5×7 JPEG is only 1.5-2 MB — small enough to bundle many sizes in one ZIP. PNG files are much bigger and won't look any better when printed. In Canva, just download as “JPG” and you're set.
Make Sure Colors Print Correctly
If you use Canva, good news — it automatically uses the right color settings for printing. If you use Photoshop or Illustrator, make sure your file uses “sRGB” colors (this is a setting in your export options). Wrong color settings can make reds print orange or blues print purple.
Name Your Files Clearly
Use names like artwork_5x7_300dpi.jpg so buyers can find the right file instantly in their downloads folder. Since 5×7 is also a greeting card size, some sellers add artwork_greeting_card_5x7.jpg as an extra option.
Staying Under Etsy's 20 MB Limit
- Use JPEG, not PNG — 5×7 JPEG is only 1.5-2 MB
- Download as a flat image (in Canva: download as JPG)
- Bundle by pack — the entire Extras pack in one ZIP stays well under 20 MB
- Or use SnapToSize — auto-optimizes every file to stay under the limit
For more detail, see Etsy 20 MB file limit guide.
Common Mistakes With 5×7 Digital Prints
File too small — prints come out blurry
If your file is smaller than 1500×2100 pixels, the print will look blurry and pixelated. In Canva, create a custom design at exactly 1500×2100 px. If you see “72 DPI” in your export settings, change it to 300 DPI — that's the standard for sharp prints.
Resizing an 8×10 or 4×6 to make a 5×7
This is the #1 mistake with 5×7 files. Sellers take their 8×10 design and resize it to 5×7, but because they're different shapes, it cuts off the edges of the artwork. Your buyers will see a different design than what's shown in your listing preview. Create each size separately, or use a tool that handles this automatically.
Not including 5×7 in your listings
Some sellers skip 5×7 because it's “small” or because it doesn't match their other ratios. This is leaving money on the table. 5×7 is the #2 most requested size in buyer messages. Buyers who want greeting cards, nursery accents, or desk prints specifically search for 5×7.
Offering only one size per listing
Listings with a single size convert poorly compared to multi-size bundles. Buyers expect digital print downloads to include multiple sizes. Including 5×7 alongside 8×10, 4×6, and other popular sizes dramatically increases perceived value and conversion rate.
Colors look wrong when printed
If your prints come out with weird colors (reds looking orange, blues looking purple), your color settings may be wrong. Canva users don't need to worry — Canva handles this automatically. If you use Photoshop, make sure you're exporting with “sRGB” colors selected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Exactly 1500×2100 pixels. Multiply each dimension by 300: 5×300 = 1500 pixels wide, 7×300 = 2100 pixels tall. As a JPEG, the file weighs 1.5-2 MB — well under Etsy's 20 MB limit.
5×7 has its own unique shape (5:7 ratio) — it's narrower than 8×10 and wider than 4×6. You can't just resize between these sizes without cutting off part of your design. Because of its unique shape, SnapToSize includes 5×7 in the Extras pack alongside 8.5×11, 11×14, 11×17, and 20×24.
Yes — 5×7 frames are ubiquitous at Target, Walmart, IKEA, Amazon, and even dollar stores. It's also the most common matted size inside an 8×10 frame, which is the single most popular matted frame combination in home decor.
No — they're different shapes. If you try to resize an 8×10 design to fit 5×7, it will cut off the top or sides of your artwork. You need a separate file for each size, or use a tool like SnapToSize that creates each size without cutting anything off.
Save as JPEG at 300 DPI. JPEG keeps files small while looking great when printed — a 5×7 JPEG is only 1.5-2 MB, so you can bundle many sizes in one ZIP without hitting Etsy's 20 MB limit. In Canva, just download as JPG.
Yes. A 5×7 print fits easily on standard letter paper (8.5×11 inches). Most home inkjet printers handle 5×7 with no special settings — buyers just select '5×7' as the paper size or print on letter paper and trim. Dedicated 5×7 photo paper is also available at any office supply store.
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