Greeting Card Printing FAQ
Have a question about printing greeting cards? Explore these greeting card printing FAQs to learn about standard sizes, paper stocks, ink options, coatings, matching envelopes and more.
What is a standard greeting card size?
A common greeting card size is 5 inches wide by 7 inches high (5″ × 7″). You can choose portrait or landscape orientation to suit your design.
Can I print portrait and landscape greeting cards?
Yes. Our greeting card printing options accommodate both portrait and landscape orientations, so you can choose the layout that best fits your artwork and message.
What paper stocks are available for greeting card printing?
You can customize your greeting cards using a variety of paper stocks, including coated, recycled, hemp, linen and felt weave. Your choice of stock affects the look, feel and overall presentation of your finished cards. Learn more: Small Format Paper Stocks, Coated Paper Stocks vs. Uncoated Paper Stocks, Recycled Paper Stocks
What do paper weights mean?
Paper weight describes the weight of a paper stock and helps indicate how substantial it feels. Depending on the stock, you may see point, cover or text weights. Point weight measures thickness, while cover and text weights describe paper by weight using different conventions. Higher numbers generally indicate thicker or heavier paper within the same measurement system. Learn more: Text Weight vs. Cover Weight
Can I print on the inside of my card?
Yes, you can print on the inside of a greeting card as long as you choose a folded format. On the product page, the Printing on the Back dropdown refers to printing on the inside of the card when a fold is selected.
What do the different ink options mean?
Our greeting card printing options include several ink choices to accommodate different artwork and design needs:
- Black Only: For designs with no color.
- Full Color: For designs with a wide range of colors.
- Full Color + Spot White: If you want a white layer of ink printed in designated areas of your full color design.
- White Only: If you do not want any color (or black) within your design.
Learn more: Color Space, Black vs. Full-Color Ink, White Ink Printing
Can I proof my greeting cards before printing?
Yes. A digital PDF soft proof is available for review within one business day after we receive your file upload. You can review your project’s content, layout and other details and request changes before printing. Learn more: How to Use a Print Proof
Can I add a coating or laminate to my greeting cards?
Yes. You can enhance your greeting cards with ultra gloss UV coating, flat matte coating or velvety Soft Touch laminate. These finishes can be applied to one or both sides. We don’t recommend applying Soft Touch laminate to any side you plan to write on. Learn more: Printing With UV Coating, Soft Touch Laminate, Coating vs. Laminate
What’s the difference between simple and complex digital laser cutting?
Simple die cutting creates basic shapes, such as circles, ovals, squares and rectangles. Complex die cutting accommodates more intricate shapes and cuts. Choose the option that best matches your greeting card design.
Can I order greeting cards with different designs in the same order?
Yes. With our Versions feature, you can print multiple greeting card designs in one order, each with different artwork or messaging. All versions must share the same size, paper stock and finish, but the designs and content can vary. Learn more: Print With Versions
Are envelopes included with greeting cards? Can I print on them?
Envelopes aren’t automatically included with greeting card orders, but you can add matching envelopes using the Matching Envelopes dropdown on the product page. Select the coordinating envelope size and stock for your cards. Learn more: Understanding Envelope Sizes
You can also personalize envelopes with variable data printing. Select your preferred option in the Envelope Printing dropdown to customize envelope content. Learn more: Variable Data Printing
If you have questions about any of these greeting card printing FAQ or would like help choosing paper stocks, preparing artwork or customizing your greeting card printing order, contact customer service.