CONVERT DIMENSIONS

Paper Size Converter

Convert paper dimensions between mm, cm and inches, or enter custom measurements to find which standard paper size is the closest match.

Millimeters210 × 297mm
Centimeters21.00 × 29.70cm
Inches8.27 × 11.69in
Aspect Ratio1 : 1.414

How to Convert Paper Dimensions

Paper sizes are defined in millimeters (mm) under the ISO 216 standard, while North American formats use inches. Converting between the two is straightforward: 1 inch = 25.4 mm exactly.

To convert mm to inches, divide by 25.4. To convert inches to mm, multiply by 25.4. For centimeters, 1 cm = 10 mm. The converter above handles all three units automatically and shows the equivalent dimensions side by side.

Common Paper Dimensions at a Glance

The most frequently converted sizes are A4 (210 × 297 mm, 8.27 × 11.69 in),Letter (215.9 × 279.4 mm, 8.5 × 11 in), andLegal (215.9 × 355.6 mm, 8.5 × 14 in). A4 is the international standard; Letter is common in the United States and Canada.

Finding the Nearest Standard Size

When you have a custom document size — from a PDF, a design template, or a non-standard trim — use the "Custom → Convert / Match" mode above. The converter will compare your dimensions against every standard format in our database and rank the closest matches by how far they deviate.

An exact match means you can use that paper name directly in your printer driver. A close match may print successfully with "Fit to Page" scaling enabled.

Paper Size Converter FAQ

How do I convert paper size from mm to inches?
Divide the millimeter measurement by 25.4. For example, A4 is 210 × 297 mm: 210 ÷ 25.4 = 8.27 inches wide, 297 ÷ 25.4 = 11.69 inches tall. Use the converter above for instant results.
What paper size matches these dimensions?
Enter your custom width and height in the converter and select "Find closest standard size." The tool checks every standard format in our database — A, B, C, US, envelope, and regional sizes — and shows the nearest matches.
What are the dimensions of A4, Letter and Legal?
A4 is 210 × 297 mm (8.27 × 11.69 in). Letter is 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.5 × 11 in). Legal is 215.9 × 355.6 mm (8.5 × 14 in). All three are standard printer paper sizes used in different regions.
How do I convert inches to millimeters for printing?
Multiply the inch value by 25.4. For example, 8.5 inches × 25.4 = 215.9 mm. This is the exact width of US Letter paper.
Which standard paper size is closest to my custom dimensions?
Select "Custom dimensions" in the converter above, enter your width and height, and the tool will show the nearest standard sizes ranked by how close they are. This is useful when adapting designs for standard print stock.
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