Brochures
Guides on brochure folding, binding, and layout for professional results.
A well-made brochure carries a lot of information without feeling crowded — if the fold, binding, and layout are chosen well. This hub covers brochure folding styles, binding options, and layout principles for a polished, professional result.
Use these guides to match a fold to your content, plan panels that read in the right order, and set up files that fold and trim exactly where you intend.
What you’ll find in this hub
- Common brochure folds and when to use them
- Bi-fold, tri-fold, and gate-fold compared
- Binding options for multi-page brochures
- Panel-by-panel layout planning
- Setting up folds and trim in your file
Latest brochures articles
Brochure Folding Guide: Half Fold, Tri-Fold, Accordion, and Gate Fold
A clear breakdown of half fold, tri-fold, accordion, and gate fold — including panel width calculations and content layout strategies for each folding style, straight from a print production perspective.
Leaflet vs. Brochure vs. Catalog: What's the Difference?
Leaflets, brochures, and catalogs look similar but differ in page count, binding method, and purpose. We clearly define each format and explain when to use which.
How to Structure a Company Profile Brochure That Actually Wins Business
A guide to the standard page layout, content sequence, and page count for a credible company brochure — written from a practical production perspective.
Brochure Spread Layout: Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Panel boundary overruns, text on fold lines, missing bleed, and page order confusion are the most frequent brochure file errors. Here's how to catch and fix each one before you go to print.
Saddle Stitch vs. Perfect Binding: How to Choose the Right Binding for Your Booklet
Compare the two most common booklet binding methods — saddle stitch and perfect binding — across page count, cost, durability, and lay-flat performance to find the right fit for your project.
Eco-Friendly Brochures: How to Choose the Right Paper
A practical breakdown of eco-friendly printing papers — FSC-certified stock, recycled paper, uncoated sheets — covering certification marks, key characteristics, and what to consider before you order.