Tri-Fold Leaflet Printing

FAQ's

• What is a tri-fold leaflet?

  A trifold leaflet is a type of brochure or pamphlet that is folded into three sections, creating six panels (three on the front and three on the back). It is a common format for presenting information in a compact and organised manner.

• Is tri-fold the same as roll-fold, c-fold and letter fold?

  Tri-fold, roll-fold, c-fold, and letter fold essentially serve the same purpose. However, while tri-fold is restricted to utilising two vertical folds, allowing three portrait panels per side, roll-fold and letter folds can incorporate extra folds, resulting in four panels per side (8pp).

• What software can I use to design a tri-fold leaflet?

  Popular design software includes Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. However, you can also use free alternatives like Google Slides for simpler designs.

• What should I include in my tri-fold leaflet design?

  Include a compelling headline, concise and relevant content, high-quality images, contact information, and a call-to-action. Organise information logically across the panels for easy reading.

• What file format should I use for designing a tri-fold leaflet?

  PDF (Portable Document Format) is the preferred file format for designing leaflets. It ensures that your design remains intact, with fonts and images embedded.

• Should I include bleed in my tri-fold leaflet design?

  Yes, including a bleed is recommended. A 3mm bleed ensures that the colour or images extend slightly beyond the trimmed edges, preventing any white borders after printing.

• How can I ensure that the text is readable after folding?

  Keep important text and vital information away from the fold line to ensure readability. Consider the natural flow of reading when placing text and graphics to guide the reader’s eye smoothly across the leaflet.

• Why are tri-fold leaflets printed on thicker material crease folded?

  When dealing with thicker materials during folding, the fibers on the flap’s edge may experience occasional cracking. To prevent this issue, folded leaflets printed on materials with a weight of 250gsm or higher, undergo crease-folding to facilitate a smoother folding process and prevent fiber damage.

• What do you mean by crease fold?

  When folding thicker paper like 250gsm, the fibers at the edge of the flap can sometimes crack. In order to prevent this, any paper stock that is 250gsm or thicker is crease folded. Creasing weakens the paper at the fold to make it easier to fold.

• What is the difference between uncoated, gloss and silk paper?

  Uncoated paper has no additional finish, providing a natural and matt appearance with excellent writability. Gloss paper is coated with a shiny finish, enhancing vibrancy and sharpness of images but making it less suitable for writing. Silk paper falls between the two, offering a semi-matt finish that combines image quality with moderate writability.