A2
420 mm
594 mm
What Size Is A2 Paper?
A2, part of the A Series under the A Paper Sizes group, measures 420 x 594 mm, which is 42.0 x 59.4 cm or approximately 16.54 x 23.39 inches. It follows the ISO 216 specification and has an area of approximately 0.2495 m².
A2 Paper Size Dimensions & Conversions
Paper Series
A Series
Standard
ISO 216
Width
420 mm
Height
594 mm
Area
0.2495 m²
Aspect Ratio
1:1.414
Previous Size
A1
Next Size
A3
A2 Dimensions in Different Units
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 420 mm | 594 mm |
| Centimeters | 42.0 cm | 59.4 cm |
| Inches | 16.54 in | 23.39 in |
| Feet | 1.38 ft | 1.95 ft |
| Meters | 0.42 m | 0.594 m |
| Points | 1191 pt | 1684 pt |
| Picas | 99.2 pc | 140.3 pc |
What Is A2 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 A2 when a layout calls for this specific format.
Reproduction and Scaling
A2 can be scaled up or down to produce related sizes in the same series.
Presentations and Displays
A2 is suitable for boards, handouts, or displays sized to this format.
Archiving and Filing
Printed materials in A2 are stored and filed using standard folders sized for this format.
Digital Reference
A2 dimensions are used as a page-size preset in design and publishing software.
Related A Series Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A2 size in inches?
A2 measures approximately 16.54 x 23.39 inches.
What is A2 size in centimeters?
A2 measures 42.0 x 59.4 cm.
What is A2 size in millimeters?
A2 measures 420 x 594 mm.
What is A2 size in pixels?
At 300 DPI, A2 is approximately 4962 x 7017 pixels.
Is A2 bigger than A3?
Yes. A2 is larger in area than A3 in the A Paper Sizes series.