A5 Print Size for EtsyDimensions, pixels & international sizing for cards, planners & small prints
1748×2480 pixels. 148×210 mm. The international standard for greeting cards, planners, and small prints. Here's everything you need to create A5 digital downloads for Etsy.
Quick Answer
What pixel dimensions for A5 at 300 DPI?
A5 at a Glance — Quick Reference
What Is A5 Paper Size?
A5 is exactly half of A4. Take an A4 sheet, fold it in half along the long edge, and you have A5. It measures 148×210 mm (5.83×8.27 inches) and is defined by the ISO 216 standard — the same system that governs all A-series paper sizes worldwide.
A5 is the default stationery and card size across the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and most of Asia. Greeting cards, wedding invitations, planner inserts, and small booklets are all built around A5 dimensions. If you sell stationery or digital planners on Etsy, A5 is essential.
Because A5 belongs to the ISO A-series family, it shares the same 1:1.414 aspect ratio as every other A-size. One master design scales perfectly across A5, A4, A3, and A2 without any cropping. For a complete overview of all sizes, see the complete Etsy print sizes guide.
A5 in the ISO A-Series Family
Every A-series size is exactly double the area of the next smaller size. Fold A4 in half and you get A5. Fold A3 in half and you get A4. All share the same 1:1.414 ratio — one master design scales across every size without cropping.
| A-Series Size | Dimensions (mm) | Pixels @ 300 DPI | Common Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5Popular | 148 × 210 | 1748 × 2480 | Greeting cards, planners, small prints |
| A4 | 210 × 297 | 2480 × 3508 | Home printing, standard wall art |
| A3 | 297 × 420 | 3508 × 4961 | Large wall art, framed statement pieces |
| A2 | 420 × 594 | 4961 × 7016 | Poster-size, gallery prints |
| A1 | 594 × 841 | 7016 × 9933 | Oversized poster, gallery exhibitions |
| A0 | 841 × 1189 | 9933 × 14043 | Maximum size, available via single export |
SnapToSize generates all five A-series sizes from one upload — A5 through A1 at 300 DPI. No manual canvas resizing needed.
A5 vs US Sizes — Key Comparisons
A5 is close to two popular US sizes but not interchangeable with either. Substituting one for the other will result in cropping or white bars. International buyers expect exact ISO dimensions.
A5 vs 5×7
| A5 (ISO) | 5×7 (US) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 148 × 210 mm (5.83 × 8.27 in) | 127 × 178 mm (5 × 7 in) |
| Pixels @ 300 DPI | 1748 × 2480 | 1500 × 2100 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1.414 (ISO) | 1:1.4 |
| Shape | Wider and taller | Narrower and shorter |
A5 is 21 mm wider and 32 mm taller than 5×7. The ratios are close (1:1.414 vs 1:1.4) but not identical. Cropping a 5×7 to A5 proportions will cut into your design. Always provide separate files for each size.
A5 vs US Half-Letter
| A5 (ISO) | Half-Letter (US) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 148 × 210 mm (5.83 × 8.27 in) | 139.7 × 215.9 mm (5.5 × 8.5 in) |
| Pixels @ 300 DPI | 1748 × 2480 | 1650 × 2550 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1.414 (ISO) | 1:1.545 |
| Shape | Wider, slightly shorter | Narrower, slightly taller |
Half-Letter (half of US Letter / 8.5×11) is 8.3 mm narrower but 5.9 mm taller than A5. The ratios are quite different. Do not substitute US Half-Letter for A5 — international buyers expect exact ISO dimensions and will notice the difference in planner binders and card envelopes.
When to Offer A5 on Etsy
A5 is the go-to size for stationery, cards, and small-format prints. If you sell in any of these categories, A5 should be in every listing. Here are the product types where A5 is essential:
Greeting Cards & Wedding Stationery
A5 is the standard card size in the UK and Europe. Wedding invitations, save-the-dates, thank-you cards, menus, and programs are all built around A5. If you sell printable stationery, international buyers will search specifically for A5-compatible files.
Planner Inserts
Filofax A5, Kikki-K Large, and dozens of other popular ring binders use A5 inserts. This is a massive Etsy category — printable daily, weekly, and monthly planner pages in A5 format have dedicated search traffic and loyal repeat buyers.
Small Wall Art & Desk Prints
A5 is perfect for small framed prints on shelves, desks, and gallery walls. Buyers who want a compact botanical, quote print, or minimalist illustration often prefer A5 over the larger A4 or A3 sizes.
Journals & Booklets
Bullet journal inserts, recipe cards, small booklets, and notebook covers all use A5 dimensions. Adding A5 to these listings serves both the UK/EU market and the global planner community.
Bundling A5 with A4 and A3 increases perceived value and conversion. For guidance on how many sizes to include per listing, see how many sizes to offer for Etsy printables.
Pixel Dimensions & Source File Requirements
A5 at 300 DPI requires a minimum of 1748×2480 pixels. The math: 148 ÷ 25.4 × 300 = 1748 pixels wide. 210 ÷ 25.4 × 300 = 2480 pixels tall.
300 DPI is the print industry standard for close-viewing materials like greeting cards, planners, and small framed prints. Anything below 300 DPI will look soft or pixelated when held at reading distance. For a deep dive on resolution, see best resolution for Etsy printables.
For future-proofing, consider creating your source artwork at 2× resolution (3496×4960 pixels) or larger. This gives you headroom to scale up if you add larger sizes later. SnapToSize handles the downscale to exact A5 dimensions automatically.
Do not set your canvas in millimeters: Software rounding can produce slightly off pixel values. Always set your canvas to exactly 1748×2480 pixels at 300 DPI. Verify the pixel dimensions before exporting.
How SnapToSize Handles A5
A5 is part of the ISO A-Series pack in SnapToSize. Upload one image and get A5 + A4 + A3 + A2 + A1 automatically — all at 300 DPI, correctly named (artwork_A5_300dpi.jpg), and organized in a ready-to-upload ZIP pack.
No manual canvas resizing. No recalculating pixel dimensions. No exporting each size individually. SnapToSize also generates all US sizes simultaneously, so one upload can produce up to 70 files covering every standard print size.
For a full walkthrough of the resize process, see how to resize images for Etsy.
Best-Selling A5 Product Types on Etsy
A5 Planner Inserts
Daily, weekly, and monthly layouts for Filofax A5 and similar ring binders. One of the highest-volume printable categories on Etsy.
A5 Greeting Cards
Birthday, holiday, and thank-you cards. The standard card size for UK and European markets. Often sold as printable bundles.
A5 Wedding Stationery
Invitations, programs, menus, and vow booklets. Printable wedding suites in A5 target the international wedding market.
A5 Wall Art Prints
Small botanicals, quotes, and minimalist illustrations. Perfect for shelves, desks, and compact gallery wall arrangements.
A5 Journal & Notebook Covers
Custom covers for printable journals and notebooks. Popular in the bullet journal and self-care planning niches.
Bundling A5 with A4 and A3 increases perceived value. Buyers see “3 international sizes included” and feel they're getting more for their money — even though the cost to you is near zero when all sizes share the same ratio.
File Delivery: Packaging A5 in Your Etsy Listing
International buyers expect to find their sizes immediately. Use a clear folder structure in your ZIP download so buyers can locate the A5 file without guessing:
Recommended ZIP Structure
artwork-name.zip
├─ US-Sizes/
├─ artwork_5x7_300dpi.jpg
├─ artwork_8x10_300dpi.jpg
├─ artwork_11x14_300dpi.jpg
└─ artwork_16x20_300dpi.jpg
└─ International-Sizes/
├─ artwork_A5_300dpi.jpg
├─ artwork_A4_300dpi.jpg
└─ artwork_A3_300dpi.jpg
Mention “Includes A5, A4, A3 international sizes” prominently in your listing title and description. International buyers specifically search for “A5”, “A5 planner”, and “A5 card” on Etsy — these terms in your tags improve visibility.
Use the Etsy print size calculator to plan which sizes to include and verify your files stay under Etsy's 20 MB per-file limit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A5 at 300 DPI is exactly 1748×2480 pixels. The calculation: 148mm ÷ 25.4 × 300 = 1748 pixels wide, 210mm ÷ 25.4 × 300 = 2480 pixels tall.
No. A5 is 5.83×8.27 inches while 5×7 is 5×7 inches. A5 is both wider and taller. The aspect ratios also differ — A5 is 1:1.414 (ISO) while 5×7 is 1:1.4. They are close but not interchangeable — resizing one to the other will crop or add white bars.
The essential international bundle is A5 + A4 + A3. A5 (148×210mm) covers greeting cards, planners, and small prints. A4 (210×297mm) is the most popular for home printing. A3 (297×420mm) serves wall art and framed pieces. All three share the same ratio, so one design scales to all of them.
Not without cropping or distortion. 5×7 has a 1:1.4 ratio while A5 has a 1:1.414 ratio. The difference is small but visible — your design will be slightly cropped or have thin white bars. For best results, create a separate A-series master or use SnapToSize for ratio-aware resizing.
A5 planner inserts (daily, weekly, monthly layouts) are the top sellers, followed by greeting cards, wedding stationery (invitations, menus, programs), small wall art prints, and journal or notebook covers. Bundling A5 with A4 and A3 increases perceived value.
Package A5 files in your ZIP alongside US sizes. Use a clear folder structure — e.g., International-Sizes/artwork_A5_300dpi.jpg. Mention "Includes A5, A4, A3 international sizes" in your listing title and tags. SnapToSize generates all sizes from one upload, correctly named and organized.