Print Resolution Reference
Print Sizes at 300 DPI — Complete Pixel Chart
Every standard Etsy print size with exact pixel dimensions at 300 DPI, grouped by ratio pack. Bookmark this — you'll use it every upload.
Quick Answer
Inches × 300 = pixels. An 8×10 = 2,400×3,000 px, a 12×18 = 3,600×5,400 px, an A4 = 2,480×3,508 px. Full table below for all 28+ sizes.
PIXEL DIMENSIONS @ 300 DPI
SnapToSize exports all of these automatically
What Does 300 DPI Mean for Etsy Prints?
DPI stands for dots per inch — the number of ink dots your printer lays down per inch of paper. At 300 DPI, each inch contains 300 pixels, which produces crisp edges, sharp text, and accurate color at typical viewing distances.
The formula is simple: inches × 300 = pixels. An 8×10 print needs 2,400×3,000 pixels. A 12×18 needs 3,600×5,400. A 24×36 poster needs 7,200×10,800.
For Etsy sellers, 300 DPI is the industry standard buyers and professional print shops expect. Delivering anything lower risks bad reviews, refund requests, and listing takedowns for "not as described." See the best resolution for Etsy printables guide for a full comparison of 72 vs 150 vs 300 DPI.
Complete 300 DPI Pixel Dimensions — All Etsy Print Sizes
The table below covers every size in each Etsy print ratio pack. Sizes marked Popular are the top sellers on Etsy.
2:3 ratioPack 1 — 2×3 Ratio
| Size (inches) | Width (px) | Height (px) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4×6" | 1,200 | 1,800 | |
| 6×9" | 1,800 | 2,700 | |
| 8×12" | 2,400 | 3,600 | |
| 10×15" | 3,000 | 4,500 | |
| 12×18" | 3,600 | 5,400 | Popular |
| 16×24" | 4,800 | 7,200 | |
| 20×30" | 6,000 | 9,000 |
3:4 ratioPack 2 — 3×4 Ratio
| Size (inches) | Width (px) | Height (px) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6×8" | 1,800 | 2,400 | |
| 9×12" | 2,700 | 3,600 | |
| 12×16" | 3,600 | 4,800 | Popular |
| 15×20" | 4,500 | 6,000 | |
| 18×24" | 5,400 | 7,200 |
4:5 ratioPack 3 — 4×5 Ratio
| Size (inches) | Width (px) | Height (px) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8×10" | 2,400 | 3,000 | Popular |
| 12×15" | 3,600 | 4,500 | |
| 16×20" | 4,800 | 6,000 | Popular |
| 20×25" | 6,000 | 7,500 | |
| 24×30" | 7,200 | 9,000 |
See the dedicated 8×10 print size guide for buyer framing tips and common questions.
ISO A-seriesPack 4 — ISO A-Series (International)
| Size | Inches | Width (px) | Height (px) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | 5.83×8.27" | 1,748 | 2,480 | |
| A4 | 8.27×11.69" | 2,480 | 3,508 | Popular |
| A3 | 11.69×16.54" | 3,508 | 4,961 | Popular |
| A2 | 16.54×23.39" | 4,961 | 7,016 | |
| A1 | 23.39×33.11" | 7,016 | 9,933 |
ISO sizes serve European, Australian, and Asian buyers. See the A4 print size guide for country-specific framing and buyer FAQ.
ExtrasPack 5 — Extras (US Standard & Specialty)
| Size (inches) | Width (px) | Height (px) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5×7" | 1,500 | 2,100 | Popular |
| 8.5×11" | 2,550 | 3,300 | Popular |
| 11×14" | 3,300 | 4,200 | Popular |
| 11×17" | 3,300 | 5,100 | |
| 13×19" | 3,900 | 5,700 | |
| 20×24" | 6,000 | 7,200 |
All sizes are portrait (height > width). Each file is also available in landscape orientation — doubling the total file count. Learn more about all Etsy print sizes and the ratio pack system.
Manual resizing means calculating these pixel numbers for every size, exporting each file individually, and checking every ZIP stays under 20MB.
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Try SnapToSize free →Why 300 DPI Is the Print Standard
Most inkjet and laser printers are calibrated for 300 DPI input. Below this threshold, individual pixels become visible as a "jagged" or "pixelated" texture — most noticeable on text, fine lines, and high-contrast edges.
72 DPI
Screen only
Looks fine on monitor. Blurry and blocky when printed. Never use for Etsy printables.
150 DPI
Not recommended for Etsy
Buyers printing at home may notice softness. Home inkjet printers expose low resolution on anything under A2. Risks negative reviews.
300 DPI
Etsy standard
Sharp, crisp, professional. The resolution buyers expect and printers prefer for all sizes.
Bottom line: always deliver 300 DPI across all sizes — even small prints. Buyers print 5×7s on home inkjet printers that will expose every low-resolution pixel. One blurry print = one bad review.
Large Prints at 300 DPI and the Etsy 20MB File Limit
Here's where Etsy sellers hit a wall: Etsy limits each uploaded file to 20MB. A 24×36 at 300 DPI is 7,200×10,800 pixels — as a PNG, that can exceed 100MB. A1 (7,016×9,933 px) easily hits 60MB as PNG.
The solution: export as high-quality JPEG instead of PNG. JPEG compresses dramatically without visible quality loss at print. A 24×36 JPEG at 300 DPI typically falls between 8–15MB — well inside Etsy's limit.
JPEG file sizes at 300 DPI — all within Etsy's 20MB limit:
JPEG at 90–95% quality is indistinguishable from lossless at print viewing distances. See our best file format for Etsy printables guide for the full breakdown.
Also see our Etsy digital download file size guide — with a full JPEG vs PNG file size comparison table.
Source Resolution vs Print Resolution — Design Big, Export Smart
Your source file (the master PSD, AI, or PDF) should be as large as possible — 300 DPI at your largest intended print size. For a 24×36 poster, that means a 7,200×10,800 px source. This might be a 100MB+ PNG.
At export, you scale down to each ratio size and save as JPEG. The result: 28 individual files, each under 20MB, all at 300 DPI from the same high-res source. No quality lost.
This is exactly what SnapToSize does automatically: takes your high-res upload and exports every size in every ratio pack at proper 300 DPI, as Etsy-ready JPEG ZIPs. See the full guide on what files to include in Etsy digital downloads.
JPEG vs PNG at 300 DPI — Which Format for Etsy?
Both JPEG and PNG can carry 300 DPI metadata — but their file sizes differ dramatically at large print dimensions.
- Use JPEG for all large sizes (12×18 and above, A3 and above). Same 300 DPI quality, fraction of the file size.
- PNG is fine for small sizes (5×7, A5, 4×6) where file size stays under 20MB. Useful if your art has transparency or fine hairlines.
- Never sell 72 DPI JPEG files — buyers will notice the blurriness the moment they print. Resolution metadata and actual pixel count must both be 300 DPI.
See the best file format for Etsy printables for a complete JPEG vs PNG comparison with real Etsy seller scenarios.
How to Check Your File Is 300 DPI Before Uploading
Different tools show DPI in different places. Here's where to look:
Photoshop
- 1Image → Image Size
- 2Check 'Resolution' field
- 3Must show: 300 pixels/inch
- 4If wrong: change resolution (no resample) first
Canva
- 1File → Download
- 2Choose PDF Print or PNG
- 3DPI shown in the quality panel
- 4Always download at 'High quality'
Affinity Designer / Photo
- 1File → Document Setup
- 2Check 'DPI' or 'PPI' field
- 3Should read 300
- 4Or check at export in the dialog
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Frequently Asked Questions
Multiply each inch dimension by 300. An 8×10 print at 300 DPI needs 2400×3000 pixels. A 12×18 needs 3600×5400 pixels. A 16×20 needs 4800×6000 pixels.
Yes — a 24×36 at 300 DPI requires 7200×10800 pixels. 300 DPI is the Etsy standard buyers expect and professional print shops require. Delivering anything lower risks blurry results and negative reviews.
DPI (dots per inch) means 300 pixels per inch of print. A 4×6 inch print at 300 DPI = 1200×1800 pixels. DPI only has meaning when tied to a physical print size — a pixel count alone doesn't tell you the DPI.
No — Etsy has a 20MB file limit per file. Large 300 DPI files (especially A1/A0/24×36) often exceed this as PNG. The solution is to export as high-quality JPEG at 300 DPI, which compresses file size without visible quality loss at print.
72 DPI is screen resolution — fine for digital display, looks pixelated and blurry when printed. 300 DPI is the print standard: crisp edges, sharp text, true color. Never sell 72 DPI files as printables.
All sizes. Even small prints like 4×6 and 5×7 benefit from 300 DPI — buyers print at home on inkjet printers that expose low resolution. Consistent 300 DPI across all sizes protects your reviews and shop reputation.
A4 at 300 DPI is 2480×3508 pixels (portrait). This is 8.27×11.69 inches × 300 = exact pixel count. A3 is 3508×4961, A2 is 4961×7016, A1 is 7016×9933.
In Photoshop: Image → Image Size — check the Resolution field shows 300 pixels/inch. In Canva: the File size and dimensions panel shows DPI when exporting PDF. In Affinity Designer/Photo: Document Setup shows DPI. Always verify before uploading.