Letter Size Folding Types For Brochures
Below is the most typically type of folds for an 8.5″ x 11″ sheet of paper.
Note: If your marketing piece is a direct mailer, the cheapest mailing cost (both for postage and direct mail services) is either a trifold or half-fold. When looking at the mailing panel (final folded piece), if the fold is on the bottom and the opening is on the top you only need one wafer seal (closure tab) and the piece will qualify for letter-size (cheapest postage) for either 1st or 3rd class mail. If you have additional questions about direct mail, please contact us at 888-940-7070.
Half Fold – 4 Panels

Trifold (Also known as Letterfold) – 6 Panels

Z Fold – Six Panels

Gate Fold

Double Gate Fold

For a questions on folding or mailing services, please call us at 888-940-7070 or complete our online Request Form.