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Tabloid paper — 11 × 17 in — long edge

≈ 17 in

The selected long edge for Tabloid paper — 11 × 17 in is 17 in (approximate reference).

Nominal standard size · Catalogue uniruler-preview-2026-10-19-r4

What is being measured?

Nominal long edge of this specified paper or envelope format. Uses the source’s native dimension; individual cut sheets can vary.

Use the named object, variant and dimension. A manufactured or natural object can differ from this reference.

Dimension
long edge
Reference value
17 in
Evidence
Nominal standard size
In metres
0.4318 m

Put the length in perspective

One Tabloid paper — 11 × 17 in represents approximately 5.04 card lengths measured end to end. This is a length ratio; it does not calculate how the objects pack or fit.

Tabloid paper — 11 × 17 in · 0.4318 m

Metre · 1 m

Foot (international) · 0.3048 m

One of each reference, on the same linear scale. Very small lengths may not be visible. This compares length, not area or physical fit.
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