Common Calendar Sizes For Printing – Which Standard To Use?
It’s no secret that calendars are a popular item to print each year. But did you know that calendars come in several different sizes and formats? Here is a breakdown of the most common calendar sizes and what each format is best used for.
Different Sizes for Personalized Wall Calendars
There are many different custom calendar sizes you can think of for a printed wall calendar. Ultimately, it is a matter of taste, but some standard sizes are commonly used and frequently offered for wall calendar printing.
Here are some common sizes for calendars:
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| Portrait | Landscape | Square |
| 5.5" x 8.5" | 6" x 4" | 5.5" x 5.5" |
| 5.63" x 16.54" (long-sized) | 8.5" x 5.5" | 8.5" x 8.5" |
| 8.5" x 11" | 11" x 8.5" | 11" x 11" |
| 11" x 17" | 17" x 11" |
| Portrait | Landscape | Square |
| 5.75" x 8.25" | 5.75" x 4.25" | 5.75" x 5.75" |
| 8.25" x 4.25" | ||
| 16.5" x 5.75" | ||
| 11.75" x 4" |
| Landscape |
| 3.3" x 2.1" |
| 3.5" x 1.9" |
| Portrait | Landscape |
| 8.5" x 11" | 11" x 8.5" |
| 11" x 17" | 17" x 11" |
| 24" x 36" | 36" x 24" |
8.5″ x 11″ Calendar
8.5″ x 11″ is a well-known standard size for wall calendars. If it is a saddle-stitched calendar, the format is different. Think of a magazine that you would open, flip over, and hang on your wall with a drill hole. Wall calendars open up to 8.5″ x 22″ and are perfect for vertically oriented graphics such as portraits and tall buildings.
In landscape format, 11″ x 8.5″ wall poster calendars open up to 11″ x 17″, which are the most popular calendar sizes. This format works well with all types of graphics and landscapes.
5.5″ x 8.5″ Calendar
5.5″ x 8.5″ is a standard calendar size if you are looking for a more compact wall calendar. The open format is 5.5″ x 17″ or 8.5″ x 11″ for saddle-stitched calendars. Of course, these small space or smaller calendars are less expensive and are just as likely to be found in stores as the larger calendars.
11″ x 17″ Wire-O Calendars
For Wire-O calendars, 11″ x 17″ or 17″ x 11″ is the most common size. Since the closed and open sizes are the same for Wire-O calendars, this refers to the 8.5″ x 11″ saddle-stitched size when unfolded.
Other Common Calendar Sizes
Stripe calendars are a very popular format in Europe. They have one long stripe with lots of space to mark specific dates such as birthdays, anniversaries, special events, etc. A common long stripe format is 5.83″ x 16.54″, adapted from the European format. Popular square calendar sizes are 5.5″ x 5.5″, 8.5″ x 8.5″, and 11″ x 11″.
The above list can be customized to fit the scope of the project. In terms of artwork, layout, and final finishing, leather bindings are more traditional; wire-bound calendars are more open and easier to fold. Depending on your budget, you can customize your calendar by changing the cover colors to match your desired look. All of your choices are yours to make.
12-Month Personalized Calendar
A 12 month personalized custom calendar is an excellent way to track your work routine, take notes, or any other purpose. This calendar can be used for business or personal use and/or makes a great gift for clients! You can create custom calendars with plenty of space to write down appointments, meetings, holidays and reminders (designed and printed with your company logo). This calendar will help you stay organized and on top of your office schedule!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard calendar size?
8.5×11′′ is a widely accepted standard calendar size.
What is the standard size for desk calendars?
Standard sizes in desk calendars range from 24 x 17 inches to over three feet, and smaller desk calendars can reach as large as 8.8 x 11.
What is the default calendar called?
The Julian calendar is currently used in Western Europe as the civil and ecclesiastical calendar. Created by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582, the calendar has 365 days with an extra day for every four years.
What are the three types of calendars?
It is common for people around the world to use a wide variety of calendars, which are primarily composed of three types: lunar, solar, and moon calendars. In general, solar calendars focus on the sun, or more specifically, are based on the earth’s rotation around the sun.
Why do some people prefer printed calendars to digital calendars?
People prefer printed calendars because they like being able to write notes, highlight important dates, and cross off completed items. They also like the tactile experience of flipping through pages and handling a physical calendar in front of them. Plus, there’s something about having a physical calendar on the wall or desk that makes it feel more official and part of their daily office routine.
Some people also find that they’re more likely to stick to their plans when they can see them on a calendar under a specific date. Seeing a month’s worth of events, holidays, and tasks all in one place can help people better understand how their time is being spent and where they might need to make some adjustments.
Find Your Perfect Calendar Size
Having different calendar sizes around your space is key to better daily planning. A large year-round calendar poster offers a quick overview of the entire year, while smaller calendars, like magnets, are perfect for focusing on one month at a time.
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