Personalised envelopes: DL, C5 and C4

To choose a personalised envelope, start with the document it will hold. Check its dimensions, the thickness of the contents and whether it can be folded. Then decide whether you need a window to show the address or a closed surface for the details.

Three formats to compare

• 220 × 110 mm DL envelope: an option for correspondence in an elongated format.
• 229 × 162 mm C5 envelope: an intermediate size to consider against your document’s dimensions.
• 229 × 324 mm C4 envelope: more space for larger-format documents.

Outer dimensions alone do not show how many sheets an envelope will hold. Test it with the complete document and check the selected reference in the envelope range.

With a window or without one

If you choose a window, check its position and place the recipient’s address in the corresponding area of the letter. Make sure it remains visible when the document moves slightly inside the envelope. For a closed surface, you can consider the DL envelope without a window.

Arrange the details clearly

Separate the sender’s identity from the recipient’s address area. Keep backgrounds and important elements away from areas the template reserves for closures, windows or printing limits. Artwork must match the exact model, not just a similar size.

Before sending the design

• Test the document and its folds in the chosen envelope.
• Approve the sender’s details, logo and contact information.
• Check the window position and reading orientation.
• Consult the printable sides and options in the product details.

For company correspondence, coordinate the envelope with the letterhead that will go inside.