When it comes to photo printing, size matters. One popular photo size is the standard 3R size, which is perfect for displaying photos on tables or in picture frames. In this guide, we will cover the various dimensions of 3R size photos and how you can easily print them at home using Microsoft Word, Photoshop, or Corel Draw.
Dimensions of 3R Size Photos
Like most photo sizes, 3R can be measured in various units, including millimeters, centimeters, and inches. Here are the dimensions of 3R size photos in each unit:
1. 3R Size in Millimeters: 89 x 127 mm
2. 3R Size in Centimeters: 8.9 x 12.7 cm
3. 3R Size in Inches: 3.5 x 5 inches
To make it easier to understand, below is a comparison table of 3R size in mm, cm, and inches.
Photo Size|Millimeters (mm)|Centimeters (cm)|Inches
–|–|–|–
3R|89 x 127|8.9 x 12.7|3.5 x 5
How to Print 3R Size Photos
Printing your own photos in 3R size is simple and can be done using your PC and printer. There are three common ways to print photos: Microsoft Word, Photoshop, and Corel Draw.
1. Microsoft Word
Printing a photo in 3R size using Microsoft Word is easy. Here’s how to do it:
– Open a new document in Word.
– Go to the Page Layout tab and select Margins.
– Click on Custom Margin and fill in all values with 0.
– Go to the Paper tab and enter the 3R size, which is 8.9 cm x 12.7 cm. Click OK.
– Click on Insert and choose Picture.
– Select the photo you want to print.
– Adjust the photo size to fit the paper size.
– Print.
This method can be used in all versions of Microsoft Word.
2. Photoshop
Printing a photo in 3R size using Photoshop has a slightly different process. Here are the steps:
– Open Photoshop and create a new document.
– Set the Width and Height to 89 mm x 127 mm, which is the size of 3R. Enter 300 or higher value in the Resolution column.
– Choose RGB on the color mode, and click OK.
– Import the photo you want to print.
– Resize the photo to fit the paper size.
– Click File and choose Print to start printing.
3. Corel Draw
Printing a photo in 3R size using CorelDraw is also easy. Here’s how:
– Open CorelDraw and create a new document.
– Press F6 to activate the Rectangle Tool.
– Click the blank area and create a box with any size.
– Edit the box size to fit 3.5 x 5 inches, which is the size of 3R.
– Press Ctrl + I to import the photo you want to print.
– Adjust the photo size to match the box size.
– Click Print to start printing.
Conclusion
Printing photos in standard 3R size can be done easily using Microsoft Word, Photoshop, or Corel Draw. Knowing the proper dimensions and using these programs can help you ensure your photos are printed exactly the way you want them.
