Imposition Calculator

Summary

Calculate how many pages fit on a press sheet for print imposition, given sheet size, page size, bleed, and gutter margins.

How it works

1. Enter your press sheet width and height in the units of your choice (inches or mm).
2. Enter the finished page (trim) width and height.
3. Set the bleed value added to each page edge (typically 0.125 in or 3 mm).
4. Set the gutter — the gap between adjacent pages on the sheet.
5. The calculator divides the sheet dimensions by the expanded page size (trim + 2× bleed + gutter) and floors the result to whole pages.
6. Results show columns × rows, total up count, and the used sheet area versus total sheet area.

Use cases

• Estimate how many business cards fit on an SRA3 or 13×19 sheet.
• Plan a booklet signature to minimize paper waste.
• Compare A4 vs. letter sheet yields for a flyer run.
• Check whether a custom label size can run 8-up on your in-house press.
• Quote printing jobs accurately by knowing exact sheet counts.
• Optimize imposition for gang-run printing across multiple designs.

Frequently Asked Questions