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Choosing the Right Shirt and Tote Bags Print Size

Choosing the Right Shirt and Tote Bags Print Size

Selecting the perfect print size is the most crucial step in ensuring your custom T-shirt looks exactly how you envisioned. The size of your design drastically impacts the overall look, feel, and professional appearance of the final product.

Size Matters: How Print Size Affects Style

The size of your print shouldn't be random—it should align with your design's purpose:

  • Bolder Statement: A larger print (like A3 or A4 Portrait) is instantly more eye-catching, making a strong, central statement. This is great for promotional events, campaigns, and expressive designs.
  • Professional & Understated: A smaller print (like A5, A6, or Left Chest) tends to be more professional and understated. This is ideal for corporate apparel, subtle branding, and premium gifts.

Print Size for Different T-Shirt Styles

The ideal print size can vary depending on the cut and style of the T-shirt itself. What works for one style might overwhelm another:

  • Slim-Fit Tees: These typically look better with a smaller, more refined design (A5 or A4 Portrait) to maintain a sleek, clean aesthetic.
  • Loose/Casual Tees: A looser, more casual tee (like an oversized fit) can easily handle a larger print (A3 or A4 Landscape) without the design looking crammed or unbalanced.
  • Youth/Kid Sizes: Always remember to size down! A design that looks great as an A3 on an adult XL shirt will look enormous on a youth small.

Printing Designs At The Front of T-shirts

When designing the focal point of your T-shirt, you start by deciding on the overall size and orientation. To make things simple, you can decide between our most popular large sizes: A4 and A3.

The images above illustrate the common dimensions for these key sizes, along with common layouts like A4 Portrait and A4 Landscape.

Print Size: The Dimensions of Your Printed Design

Choosing the correct print size ensures your design is clear, balanced, and perfectly positioned on your product. Below are the dimensions available, categorized by product and printing method.

Quick Reference:

Print Size Dimensions

Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (cm) Applicable Printing Methods
A4 210x297 mm 21x29.7 mm DTF, Silk Screen (Shirts and Tote Bags)
A5 210x148 mm 21x14.8 cm DTF, Silk Screen (Shirts and Tote Bags)
A6 148x105 mm 14.8x10.5 cm DTF, Silk Screen (Shirts and Tote Bags)
A7 105x74 mm 10.5x74 cm DTF, Silk Screen (Shirts)
10x10 100x100 mm 10x10 cm Embroidery Only
20x10 200x100 mm 20x10 cm Embroidery Only

Size Applicablility by Product

Applicable Sizes Ideal Uses
T-Shirts A4, A5, A6, A7, 10x10 (Embroidery),
20x10 (Embroidery)
A4/A5: Full front/back print.
A6/A7: Left chest, back neck, or sleeve details.
Tote Bags A4, A5, A6 A4: Large display print.
A5/A6: Subtle logos or side panel designs.

Left Chest

Center Chest

Sleeve

Full Back

Note: The availability of specific dimensions (like 10×10 or A7) will depend on the chosen print area and the product's physical limits. Always check the design tool for final print safety zones.