Professional Folding Options

Double Gatefold features two outer panels that open outward to reveal a larger center panel. This premium folding style creates a dramatic presentation effect.

It is commonly used for luxury brochures, product presentations, and high-end marketing materials.

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 5.5" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (Without Bleed): 11" x 17"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 11.5" x 17.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 5.75" x 8.75"

Double Parallel Fold is created by folding the sheet in half and then folding it again in the same direction, producing four equal panels. It is ideal for detailed brochures, newsletters, and informational mailers.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 14"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 4.25" x 7"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 14.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 4.5" x 7.25"

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French Fold is created by folding a sheet in half vertically and then folding it horizontally. It produces four equal panels and is commonly used for event programs and invitation cards.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 4.25" x 5.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 4.5" x 5.75"

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Gatefold features two outer panels that fold inward to meet at the center. It creates a dramatic opening effect and is perfect for premium marketing brochures.

Paper Size (Flat): 11" x 17"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 8.5" x 11"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 11.5" x 17.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 8.75" x 11.25"

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Half-Fold (Horizontal) divides the sheet into two equal panels by folding from top to bottom. It creates a clean, simple layout ideal for greeting cards, invitations, announcements, and basic brochures.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 8.5" x 5.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 8.75" x 5.75"

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Half-Fold (Vertical) splits the sheet evenly from left to right, creating a booklet-style presentation. It is commonly used for menus, event programs, and promotional materials.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 5.5" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 5.75" x 8.75"

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Half Fold with horizontal perforation combines a clean fold with an easy tear-off section. This format is ideal for coupons, reply cards, promotional inserts, and direct mail pieces.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 8.5" x 5.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 8.75" x 5.75"

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Half Fold with Vertical Perforation combines a classic vertical fold with a tear-off section. This format is ideal for event tickets, vouchers, response cards, and promotional mailers that require detachable sections.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 5.5" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.125" Bleed Each Side): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 5.75" x 8.75"

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Roll Fold consists of multiple panels folded inward one at a time, creating a smooth sequential opening. This folding style is perfect for step-by-step guides, instructional brochures, and promotional materials.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 3.67" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.125" Bleed Each Side): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 3.75" x 8.75"

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Tri-Fold (Letter Fold) divides the sheet into three panels by folding two sides inward. It is one of the most popular brochure formats used for direct mail, menus, and promotional materials.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 3.67" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 3.75" x 8.75"

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Tri-Fold with perforation adds tear-off functionality to the classic letter fold layout. This is ideal for billing inserts, coupons, reply forms, and promotional campaigns.

Paper Size (Flat): 8.5" x 11"

Finished Size (Without Bleed): 3.67" x 8.5"

Artwork Size (With 0.25" Bleed): 9" x 11.5"

Finished Size (With Bleed): 3.75" x 8.75"

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