Brochure Printing in Nepal: Sizes, Folds, Paper and Specs
Quick answer: The most common brochure is an A4 sheet (210 × 297 mm) printed on both sides on 130 to 170 GSM paper and folded in thirds, which gives six panels. Choose a tri-fold for a company overview, a Z-fold for a sequence, a bi-fold for a short pitch, and a four-fold when you need more panels. Decide the fold first, then lay out the artwork.
Brochures are one of the clearest "specification" jobs: the same quantity can be priced very differently by paper, size, fold and finish. This guide gives you the choices in the order you make them.
Pick the size and fold
| Format | Flat size | Panels | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bi-fold | A4 folded once to A5 | 4 | Short pitch, menu, programme |
| Tri-fold | A4 folded in three | 6 | Company overview, services list |
| Z-fold | A4 folded in a Z | 6 | Step-by-step or timeline story |
| Four-fold | A4 or larger, three folds | 8 | Product ranges, maps |
| Single sheet | A4 or A5 | 1 | Flyer, handout |
The A-series sizes follow ISO 216: A4 is 210 × 297 mm and A5 is 148 × 210 mm. Thankyooou's product catalogue lists tri-fold, Z-fold and four-fold brochures as separate products.
Choose paper and finish
- Paper: 130 to 170 GSM coated art paper is the usual choice. Lighter feels like a flyer; heavier is stiffer and costs more. See the paper GSM guide.
- Finish: gloss for photo-led brochures, matte for a quieter look. See matte, gloss and spot UV.
- Colour: full-colour on both sides is standard. State "4/4" if you want both sides in full colour.
File checks that prevent mistakes
- Set the document to the flat size, not the folded size.
- Add 3 mm bleed on all sides and keep text at least 5 mm from folds and edges.
- Make the inside fold panel slightly narrower than the others so it tucks in without bulging; ask your printer for their panel widths.
- Export in CMYK at 300 dpi for images. See artwork file prep.
- Embed or outline fonts, including any Devanagari font.
What to send for a quote
- Flat size and folded size
- Fold type
- Paper name and GSM, coated or uncoated
- Colours per side
- Finish, single or both sides
- Quantities to compare, for example 500 and 1,000
- Delivery location and date
Public listings checked on 10 November 2026 show a printed A4 100 GSM letterhead and A4 flyers at published unit prices, but they do not state quantity bases clearly. Treat them as examples only; see printing prices in Nepal.
Choosing panels and folds in detail
| Fold | Panels | Inside layout | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half fold (bi-fold) | 4 | Two spreads | Menus, programmes, short pitches |
| Letter (tri) fold | 6 | One panel tucks in | Company overview, services |
| Z-fold | 6 | Opens like a concertina | Step-by-step stories, timelines |
| Gate fold | 6 | Two side panels open like gates | Premium launches |
| Four-fold | 8 | Sheet folded in three places | Maps, product ranges |
A fold that tucks inside needs a panel slightly narrower than the others. Ask the printer for its panel widths or a template, otherwise the fold can bulge or crack.
Layout tips for each panel
- Cover panel: logo, one strong line and an image. This is what a reader sees first.
- Inside panels: short paragraphs, headings and bullet points.
- Back panel: contact details, address, map or QR code.
- Call to action: one clear next step, such as a phone number or a web address.
- Do not place important text across folds unless it is designed to read across a spread.
Writing a brochure that gets read
- Lead with the benefit to the reader, not a history of the company.
- Use short sentences and plain words.
- Give specific details: sizes, options, how to order.
- Add a price range or the factors that decide the price, where you can.
- Use real photographs where possible.
If you print in Nepali and English, plan the space for both before you design, because Nepali text can take more room than English at the same point size.
Which printing method for a brochure
| Quantity | Usual method | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 300 | Digital | Quick, no plates; see digital printing |
| 300 to 1,000 | Digital or offset | Ask for both quotes |
| 1,000 and up | Offset | Plates are spread across many copies; see how offset printing works |
Brochure proof checklist
- The proof shows the fold lines and the order of panels
- Text is not near the folds or edges
- Images are sharp
- Phone numbers, email and web addresses are correct
- Nepali text renders correctly
- Colours match the brand sheet
- The paper and finish are the ones quoted
Distribution
Plan how the brochures will be used before you decide the quantity. Brochures handed out at a stall wear quickly, and brochures posted need a suitable envelope. Keep some in reserve for later requests, because a reprint of a small number costs more per copy.
See how to request a printing quotation and the product pages for tri-fold, Z-fold and four-fold brochures.
Frequently asked questions
Which fold is cheapest?
A single-sheet flyer costs least. Among folded types the price difference comes mainly from size, paper and finish, not the fold itself.
How many brochures should I order?
Order what you will distribute within the useful life of the information, and compare two quantities.
Do I need to proof?
Yes. Approve a digital proof, and ask for a printed sample if colour matters.
Order brochures
See brochure and pamphlet printing and contact Thankyooou with your size, fold and quantity.
Related guides
Sources
- ISO paper sizes — Markus Kuhn, University of Cambridge — A4 and A5 dimensions.
- Print Pasal public listings, checked 10 November 2026 — example published print listings.