A5
148 mm
210 mm
What Size Is A5 Paper?
A5, part of the A Series under the A Paper Sizes group, measures 148 x 210 mm, which is 14.8 x 21.0 cm or approximately 5.83 x 8.27 inches. It follows the ISO 216 specification and has an area of approximately 0.0311 m².
A5 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Paper Series
A Series
Standard
ISO 216
Width
148 mm
Height
210 mm
Area
0.0311 m²
Aspect Ratio
1:1.419
Previous Size
A4
Next Size
A6
A5 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 148 mm | 210 mm |
| Centimeters | 14.8 cm | 21.0 cm |
| Inches | 5.83 in | 8.27 in |
| Feet | 0.49 ft | 0.69 ft |
| Meters | 0.148 m | 0.21 m |
| Points | 420 pt | 595 pt |
| Picas | 35.0 pc | 49.6 pc |
What Is A5 Paper Used For?
Printing
This size is widely used for everyday document printing, reports, and office correspondence.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use A5 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
A5 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
A5 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in A5 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
A5 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.
Related A Series Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A5 size in inches?
A5 measures approximately 5.83 x 8.27 inches.
What is A5 size in centimeters?
A5 measures 14.8 x 21.0 cm.
What is A5 size in millimeters?
A5 measures 148 x 210 mm.
What is A5 size in pixels?
At 300 DPI, A5 is approximately 1749 x 2481 pixels.
Is A5 bigger than A6?
Yes. A5 is larger in area than A6 in the A Paper Sizes series.