Standard Postcards
Standard Postcards from Minute Marketing are a tried-and-true way to grab attention right from the mailbox.
Standard Postcards1,000 pcs · …
- Popular Sizes:
- 4" x 6" (Standard)
- 5" x 7"
- 5.5" x 8.5"
- 6" x 9"
- 8.5" x 11"
- Paper Stocks:
- 14 pt. Gloss Cover
- 14 pt. Uncoated Cover
- 13 pt. Premium Linen
- 16 pt. Premium Matte Cover
- 18 pt. Ultra Premium Pearl
- 18 pt. Premium Kraft
- 18 pt. Ultra Premium Smooth White
- 100 lb. / 10 pt. Matte Cover
- 24 pt. Green Core Triple Layer
- 38 pt. Black Core Triple Layer
- 38 pt. Red Core Triple Layer
- 38 pt. Blue Core Triple Layer
- Print Options:
- Full color on both sides
- Full color front with a grayscale back
- Full color front with a blank back
- Specialty Finishes:
- Raised UV
- Raised Gold Foil
- Raised Silver Foil
- Raised Rose Gold Foil
- Envelope Size Guide:
Envelopes are not included. These are fit guidelines for envelopes purchased separately; check usable interior dimensions and test a sample, especially with heavier stocks.Postcard size Envelope size to look for 3" x 5" A1: 3.625" x 5.125" 3.5" x 5" A1: 3.625" x 5.125" 4" x 6" A4: 4.25" x 6.25" 4.25" x 6" A6: 4.75" x 6.5" 5" x 7" A7: 5.25" x 7.25" 5.5" x 8.5" 6" x 9" booklet envelope - Coating Note:
- Paper coating and UV finishing are separate choices. C1S has one coated face; C2S has two. A front-only UV finish can make the two faces look different in sheen and color.
- Additional Options:
- Quarter-inch rounded corners are available on compatible stocks. Select horizontal or vertical orientation to match your artwork.
- Mailing Orders:
- Choose front-only UV when the reverse needs addressing. Contact us to arrange direct mail or neighborhood mailing and confirm postal requirements.
- Natural Stock Variation:
- Kraft and pearl stocks can vary slightly in color and thickness.
- Proofs:
- A digital proof for every order. Nothing prints until you approve it.
- Delivery:
- Local pickup or shipping. Rates and any sales tax are calculated at checkout.
- More Info:
- For invitations and announcements, put a photo and short headline on the front and the event details on the reverse.
- Use a postcard as a thank-you insert in a retail order, with a brief message and a way to contact your business.
- Choose silk for a gentle sheen, uncoated cover for a natural surface, or coated card with optional UV for a glossy presentation.
- Choose 18 pt. kraft for a brown paper backdrop and a rustic feel.
- Linen brings a woven texture to wedding suites; pearl adds a soft shimmer.
- Leave UV off the reverse when you need to write a note or address. An uncoated cover or the uncoated reverse of C1S is a useful starting point; test your pen or addressing method first.
- UV is selected separately from paper and printed sides. Check both settings before ordering; a blank reverse and a coated reverse are different choices.
- Front-only UV gives the front a reflective surface while the reverse has the selected paper's own finish. The faces may differ in perceived color and brightness.
- Quantity choices run from 50 to 100,000. Available runs can depend on the selected paper; confirm any special quantity with our team.
- Cover describes card stock rather than lighter text or book paper. Point values describe thickness; pound weights use a different measurement and are not direct thickness equivalents.
- Solid dark areas can show handling marks more clearly on uncoated paper. Compare a sample and use a lighter layout when a softer appearance suits your design.
- Glossy surfaces tend to make photos appear brighter; silk and uncoated surfaces give a more restrained appearance. Check the proof for content and placement, and use paper samples to compare feel.
- Raised UV and foil highlight selected parts of the artwork, creating a tactile contrast against 16 pt. Premium Matte Cover.
- Matte is a flat, low-sheen finish; aqueous is a water-based coating. Test pens on aqueous surfaces before using them for notes.
- A UV-coated surface cannot be written or printed on reliably. With gloss cover, keep UV off a blank or grayscale reverse.
- Avoid large areas of heavy dark ink on uncoated card to reduce offsetting.
All of our paper stocks are premium quality and printed in full color.
- 100 lb
100 lb. Silk Cover
A smooth cover with a soft sheen for photos and illustrations.
- 100 lb. cover
- Silk finish
- Smooth surface for photo-led cards
- 100 lb
100 lb. Uncoated Cover
A natural surface for handwritten notes and thank-you cards.
- 100 lb. cover
- Uncoated surface
- Suitable for handwritten notes without UV
- 130 lb
130 lb. Silk Cover
A heavier silk cover with a smooth feel and gentle sheen.
- 130 lb. cover
- Silk finish
- Heavier than our 100 lb. silk cover
- 130 lb
130 lb. Uncoated Cover
A heavier uncoated cover for invitations and cards you want to write on.
- 130 lb. cover
- Uncoated surface
- Suitable for handwritten invitations without UV
- 10 pt
10 pt. Coated One Side
Our lightest point-rated stock, coated on the front with an uncoated reverse.
- 10 pt. thickness
- Coated on one side
- Uncoated reverse for notes without UV
- 10 pt
10 pt. Coated Both Sides
A lighter card with coated surfaces on both sides.
- 10 pt. thickness
- Coated on both sides
- Coated surfaces for two-sided designs
- 14 pt
14 pt. Coated One Side
A midweight card with a coated front and uncoated back.
- 14 pt. thickness
- Coated on one side
- Uncoated reverse for notes without UV
- 14 pt
14 pt. Gloss Cover
Glossy coated card for vivid photos.
- 14 pt. thickness
- Gloss surface
- UV adds shine and protection
- 16 pt
16 pt. Coated One Side
A substantial coated option, with a coated front and uncoated reverse.
- 16 pt. thickness
- Coated on one side
- Uncoated reverse for notes without UV
- 16 pt
16 pt. Coated Both Sides
A substantial card with coated surfaces on both sides.
- 16 pt. thickness
- Coated on both sides
- Substantial two-sided coated card
- 14 pt
14 pt. Uncoated Cover
A natural surface for notes and signatures.
- 14 pt. thickness
- Uncoated finish
- Writable surface
- 13 pt
13 pt. Premium Linen
A subtle woven surface for invitations.
- 13 pt. thickness
- Linen texture
- Writable surface
- 16 pt
16 pt. Premium Matte Cover
A smooth matte card for understated designs.
- 16 pt. thickness
- Smooth matte finish
- Supports raised UV and foil accents
- 18 pt
18 pt. Ultra Premium Pearl
An off-white card with a soft pearly shimmer.
- 18 pt. thickness
- Natural pearl tone
- Smooth shimmering surface
- 18 pt
18 pt. Premium Kraft
Brown card with visible natural fibers.
- 18 pt. thickness
- 100% recycled brown paper
- Writable surface
- 18 pt
18 pt. Ultra Premium Smooth White
A bright, smooth card with a matte surface.
- 18 pt. thickness
- Smooth white surface
- Writable finish
- 100 lb
100 lb. / 10 pt. Matte Cover
Crisp white cover with a subdued surface.
- 100 lb. / 10 pt. thickness
- Matte finish
- Similar feel to premium matte
- 24 pt
24 pt. Green Core Triple Layer
Velvety white outer layers frame a green center.
- 24 pt. thickness
- Three bonded layers
- Green core
- 38 pt
38 pt. Black Core Triple Layer
Velvety white outer layers frame a black center.
- 38 pt. thickness
- Three bonded layers
- Black core
- 38 pt
38 pt. Red Core Triple Layer
Velvety white outer layers frame a red center.
- 38 pt. thickness
- Three bonded layers
- Red core
- 38 pt
38 pt. Blue Core Triple Layer
Velvety white outer layers frame a blue center.
- 38 pt. thickness
- Three bonded layers
- Blue core
- Bleed:
- Extend backgrounds 0.125 inches beyond every trim edge. A 4" x 6" card needs a 4.25" x 6.25" file including bleed. Keep important details at least 0.125 inches inside the trim.
- Safe Zone:
- Keep text, logos and other essential details at least 0.125" inside each trim edge. Bleed is outside the finished card; the safe zone is inside it.
- Resolution:
- Prepare images at 350 dpi at final size.
- Color Mode:
- Prepare artwork in CMYK. Screen colors can differ from printed colors.
- File Formats:
- PDF, PNG, JPG or TIFF. A print-ready PDF is preferred. Embed or outline fonts in PDFs and flatten transparency and layers before export.
- Printed Sides:
- Supply one page per printed side, front first and back second. Use the same orientation for both pages and check which edge is the top on the reverse.
- Specialty Print Setup:
- For raised UV or foil, provide a separate mask the same size and orientation as the color artwork. Show only accent elements in solid black. Keep all raised details inside the trim edge; do not extend accents into bleed.
- Proof Review:
- Upload artwork after checkout. Review the digital proof for spelling, orientation, trim, bleed and the correct front and back before approving printing. File corrections can affect the production schedule.
- Maximum Upload Size:
- 75 MB per artwork file.
- Proof Options:
- Select an instant online proof or a manually reviewed PDF proof. Review all text, orientation, bleed and front/back placement before approving. Manual review checks file setup; corrections can affect production timing.
- Processing and Order Status:
- Your price includes processing one artwork set and preparing a proof. Follow your order in your account and approve the proof before printing.
Use the finished dimensions of your selected postcard when creating the document. If you plan to mail it, confirm address placement and postal requirements before submitting the artwork.
- 2" x 4":
- File including bleed: 2.25" x 4.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 2.75" x 8.5":
- File including bleed: 3" x 8.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3" x 3":
- File including bleed: 3.25" x 3.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 3" x 4":
- File including bleed: 3.25" x 4.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3" x 5":
- File including bleed: 3.25" x 5.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3" x 6":
- File including bleed: 3.25" x 6.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3.5" x 5":
- File including bleed: 3.75" x 5.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3.5" x 5.5":
- File including bleed: 3.75" x 5.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3.5" x 6":
- File including bleed: 3.75" x 6.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 3.5" x 8.5":
- File including bleed: 3.75" x 8.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4" x 4":
- File including bleed: 4.25" x 4.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 4" x 6":
- File including bleed: 4.25" x 6.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4" x 9":
- File including bleed: 4.25" x 9.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 4.25" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4.25" x 5.5":
- File including bleed: 4.5" x 5.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4.25" x 6":
- File including bleed: 4.5" x 6.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4.25" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 4.5" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4.5" x 4.5":
- File including bleed: 4.75" x 4.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 4.5" x 6.5":
- File including bleed: 4.75" x 6.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 4.5" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 4.75" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 5" x 5":
- File including bleed: 5.25" x 5.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 5" x 7":
- File including bleed: 5.25" x 7.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 5.5" x 8.5":
- File including bleed: 5.75" x 8.75". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6" x 6":
- File including bleed: 6.25" x 6.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 6" x 8":
- File including bleed: 6.25" x 8.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6" x 9":
- File including bleed: 6.25" x 9.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 6.25" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6.5" x 8" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 6.75" x 8.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6.5" x 9" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 6.75" x 9.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 6.5" x 12" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 6.75" x 12.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 8" x 8":
- File including bleed: 8.25" x 8.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Square layout.
- 8" x 10" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 8.25" x 10.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 8.5" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 8.75" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 9" x 11" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 9.25" x 11.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
- 9" x 12" — EDDM eligible:
- File including bleed: 9.25" x 12.25". Keep important content at least 0.125 inches inside the trim. Swap width and height for the other orientation.
Use this size guide to prepare artwork with bleed. Flatten layers for export and keep a separate editable original. File Setup explains resolution, color mode and supported upload formats.
For rounded corners, keep text away from the quarter-inch corner arcs. Need a free layout direction or template-inspired design? Contact our design team with your logo, text and preferred style.
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