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Three Ways to Design and Print Your Business Cards
The first impression is the last impression. Whether you consider that to be true or not, it’s important to always have your best foot forward in business.
A well-designed custom business card gives the impression that you are an expert in your field. But you don’t need to have design chops to create full-color business cards that command attention. Here are three easy ways to do it:
Business Cards FAQ
The size of your business card depends on your intended use. For everyday use, the traditional size for a business card is 3.5" x 2". For something that stands out, consider using a square in size 2” x 2” or even 3” x 3”.
The choice of material for business cards depends on the intended use. For standard business cards, you can’t go wrong with 14 pt. cardstock. It’s lightweight but has substantial heft. The 16 pt. cardstock is extra rigid to prevent dents and creases, while the 17 pt. is a very thick cardstock that’s ideal for premium and high-end use.
Yes, you can print on one side or both sides of your custom business card. You can use the same design or a different artwork on each side.
Need help choosing the right font size for your business card to ensure all your details are clear and professional? Try our free business card font size calculator.
Our custom business cards can be produced in as fast as one business day. You can estimate the delivery date in the order calculator. Enter your zip code and you’ll see the projected delivery date including production and shipping time.
Yes, you can. When placing your order, check ‘I want to receive and approve a free PDF proof’ in the Proofing Options section. You’ll receive a digital proof of your order that you can review. Your business cards will only be printed after you send your proof approval.
The minimum order quantity for business cards is 25 pieces.
The printing process for business cards can either be digital or offset printing. Digital printing is best for smaller print runs, while offset printing is better for larger quantities. The printing process can affect the final product's color accuracy, resolution, and overall quality.
We currently don’t offer free samples for custom business cards. We recommend ordering 25 pieces, which is our minimum order quantity.
To ensure the colors on your business card match your branding or logo, we recommend using Pantone colors or CMYK color values in your design. This ensures color consistency across different platforms and mediums.
For best results, images on your business card design should have a resolution of at least 300 dpi.
The cost for custom business cards depends on the size, material, printed sides, and quantity. In general, 500 standard-sized business cards can range from $0.05-$0.20 depending on the customization options. The more cards you print, the bigger your savings.
Here’s an estimate of how much it would cost to print standard business cards:
14 pt. cardstock gloss |
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Quantity |
Cost per piece |
Cost per piece |
250 |
$0.08 |
$0.14 |
500 |
$0.05 |
$0.09 |
1,000 |
$0.04 |
$0.06 |
2,500 |
$0.03 |
$0.04 |
5,000 |
$0.03 |
$0.03 |
10,000 |
$0.02 |
$0.03 |