What Size Is Broadsheet Paper?
Broadsheet, part of the Imperial under the Imperial Paper Sizes group, measures 457.2 x 609.6 mm, which is 45.72 x 60.96 cm or approximately 18.0 x 24.0 inches. It follows the British Imperial specification and has an area of approximately 0.2787 m².
Broadsheet Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Broadsheet Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 457.2 mm | 609.6 mm |
| Centimeters | 45.72 cm | 60.96 cm |
| Inches | 18.0 in | 24.0 in |
| Feet | 1.5 ft | 2.0 ft |
| Meters | 0.457 m | 0.61 m |
| Points | 1296 pt | 1728 pt |
| Picas | 108.0 pc | 144.0 pc |
What Is Broadsheet Paper Used For?
Traditional British Printing
This historical Imperial format was used in British printing before metrication.
Design and Layout
Designers and print professionals use Broadsheet when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
Broadsheet can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
Broadsheet is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in Broadsheet are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
Broadsheet dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.