A2 paper is one of the largest sizes of paper you can buy. It’s smaller than A1 size paper, but larger than A3.
How Can A2 Paper Be Used?
This super-sized sheet has many uses. When you need to showcase something big and bold, A2 is your go-to paper. Some of its most common uses are:
- Posters
- Calendars
- Blueprints and architectural drawings
- Diagrams—think sports coaching and laying out positions on the field!
- Maps
A2 Dimensions
A2 paper is not only large, but it can also be pretty expensive, too. If you’re using A2 paper to create an elaborate, printable poster-size project, you’ll want to make sure you’re using it to its fullest capacity.
To set up your printer settings properly or to create a project (using design software such as Photoshop or Illustrator) using the correct screen and print resolution, it’s important to know the exact dimensions of A2 size paper.
- A2 size in inches: 16.54 x 23.39 in.
- A2 size in centimeters: 42.0 x 59.4 cm.
- A2 size in millimeters: 420 x 594 mm.
- A2 size in pixels at 72 DPI: 1191 x 1638 pixels
- A2 size in pixels at 300 DPI: 4961 x 7016 pixels
