The Insider’s Guide to Designing Business Cards Online

If you’re not sure where to start when designing your business cards online, this guide is for you. The design of your business cards can make or break first impressions. Many professional relationships begin with a simple exchange of business cards. Here’s how to create custom business cards online.

Business Card Shapes & Sizes

Business card design should be well-planned and executed. Each element, from font size to logo placement, should work together to attract customers. Consider these standard sizes:

• Standard Sizes: 90 x 50 mm or 85 x 55 mm
• Rounded Corners: Available from printers with specialized machines

User Experience – Features of Your Business Cards

Distributing business cards is easy, but making them memorable is harder. To ensure your card is kept, make it unique or improve its usefulness.

One way is to add additional features that serve a purpose beyond just sharing contact details. Examples include:

• Calendars
• Mini rulers
• Bookmark-style cards

QR Codes

QR codes allow users to quickly save contact details to their phone or computer. Many smartphones have built-in QR code readers, making business cards with QR codes more convenient.

You can generate QR codes easily using free online tools such as:

• Kerem Erkan’s QR Code Generator
• SPARQCode

Out of the Box Ideas

For a unique touch, consider using materials beyond standard paper, such as:

• Plastic business cards
• Metal business cards
• Cards that fold or serve multiple functions

Printing Business Cards

Printing quality is essential. Here are key things to consider:

Color

Computer screens use RGB (Red, Green, Blue), while printed materials use CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black). Ensure your design is in CMYK mode to match print expectations.

Size

Use at least 300 ppi resolution to prevent pixelation in printed images.

Bleed

Add 1/8 of an inch to each side of your design to avoid unintended cropping during printing. Using a print template can help keep all important elements within the safe zone.

Final Thoughts

We hope this guide helps you with the basics of designing and printing business cards. If you have additional tips or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below!