At first glance, presentation folders seem simple—a custom designed marketing tool used to store important documents. However, they become more complex when you start to take into consideration all the many different types of folders, stocks, inks, accessories and overall design options there are to choose from. Fortunately, we’ve come up with a handy roadmap to help make you a more informed consumer of presentation folders.
An Introduction to Presentation Folders
- Folder Sizes: Guide to Standard Presentation Folder Dimensions – Folders come in a wide range of sizes, and many of them are specially designed to hold a very particular type of document or object.
- 21 Tips for Working With Your Folder Printer – Your best bet for the perfect product is to know how to best work with your printer beforehand.
- What to Look for in a Folder Printer – There are a number of qualities you should look for in a printer to ensure that you make the best choice for your brand.
- What is a Pocket Folder? – A comprehensive guide to the different styles and functions that pocket folders provide.
- 5 Cardinal Rules of Presentation Folder Quality – A folder buyer’s guide to what to look for in a quality product.
- How to Achieve the Most Eco-Friendly Folder – Follow our step-by-step instructions for designing the most eco-friendly folder possible.
- How to Save the Earth with Recycled Presentation Folders – Learn more about how using recycled folders helps you make a positive impact on the environment.
- Letter vs Legal Size Folders – A look at how letter and legal size folders differ and the advantages to using each.
- The Ultimate Guide to Presentation Folder Styles – An outline of the different types of presentation folders available, from pocket folders to belly bands.
- What Presentation Folder Size is Right for You? – Find out why size matters when it comes to presentation folders.
- How To Design & Print An Eco-Friendly Presentation Folder – Explains what qualities go into making a folder eco-friendly.
- 6 Awesome Paper and Linen Stocks for Your Presentation Folders – Take a closer look at some of the paper stocks available for custom folders.
- The Difference Between One and Two Sided Folder Printing – A comparison between one-side and two-sided folder printing.
- All About Coating Finishes for Your Presentation Folders – A look at the different coating options available for presentation folders.
- Are These 18 Presentation Folder Mistakes Costing You Money? – To save yourself the cost of an entirely new print job, be sure to avoid these common design mistakes and printing pitfalls.
- 7 Good Alternatives to Presentation Folders – There are several alternatives to presentation folders that also offer storage for your documents and plenty of customization options
Presentation Folder Special Features and Add-Ons
- 14 Superb Business Card Slots for Presentation Folders – Your ultimate guide to business card slits.
- 5 Dazzling Die Cut Designs for Presentation Folders – Find out the many ways you can use die-cutting to create dazzling folder designs.
- 6 Presentation Folder Accessories and Add-Ons – A list of extra features that bring something new to your folder design.
- Guide to Presentation Folders with Brochure Slots – If you’re not yet familiar with brochure slot styles, then get to know more about this useful marketing tool.
Folder Design Inspiration
- 300+ Killer Folder Designs Perfect For Inspiration – Our vast collection of inspirational folder designs and templates. Browse hundreds of unique presentation folders created by top graphic artists.
Effective Design Tips for Presentation Folders
- How to Add Your Logo to a Custom Folder – A guide to the different options available to make your logo stand out on a folder design.
- 4 Elements Of Effective Presentation Folder Design – An easy-to-follow guide on creating strong visual designs for your folder.
- Why Should You Print Your Folder in Full Color? – Learn about the advantages to printing your folder in full color.
- Glossy Presentation Folders: 5 Reasons Why Glossy is Glorious – Five considerations for using glossy stock in a presentation folder design.
- 4 Foil Stamp Options That Make Your Folders Look Fancy – A look at the different foil stamp options available for folders.
- 4 Indispensable Tips for Designing Embossed Presentation Folders – A guide to using embossed elements in your folder design.
- How to Create Distinctive Branded Folders – A guide to building brand awareness through your folder designs.
- 4 Essential Tips For Successful Presentation Folder Marketing – Information on designing your folders to be used as marketing collateral.
- How To Give Your Folder A Color Background That “Pops” – Demonstrates how to use different printing techniques to give color to the background of your folder.
- A Complete Guide to Designing Folders with CD or DVD Holders – How to design a presentation folder with a CD or DVD holder inside.
- 6 Tips to Prevent a Presentation Folder Design Disaster – Provides information on design elements to avoid when creating a folder.
- 9 Common Presentation Folder Design Mistakes – Avoid visual blunders with these helpful folder design tips.
- 16 Amazing Presentation Folder Ideas – Find inspiration for your own designs from these stunning examples.
- 7 Essentials for Designing Travel Document Folders – Provide a safe place to keep vital travel documents while offering an attractive option for presenting these materials to your clients.
- 9 Stylish Folder & Brochure Folds for Print Designers – There are many different types of printing folds available for designers to consider—each one offering a unique canvas for your creative ideas.
- Tips for Designing and Printing 4-Color Process Folders – Color is a strong aspect of design which also factors into branding and marketing as well.
How to Use Presentation Folders in Your Professional Life
- The 6 Advantages of Corporate Presentation Folders – How corporations can use presentation folders to make an impact.
- How to Design Presentation Folders That Help You Sell Real Estate – Design tips for folders used in the real estate business.
- 5 Tax Presentation Folders That Keep You Organized – A look at different folders that can help accountants better prepare taxes for their clients.
- 4 Efficient CPA Presentation Folder Ideas – Design strategies for presentation folders used by CPAs.
- How to Use Sales Folders to Help You Seal the Deal – Tips for utilizing presentation folders in a sales job.
- Lawyer Folders: 5 Reasons the Best Attorneys Use Legal Folders – A guide to effectively utilizing legal folders for lawyers and paralegal assistants.
- 5 Custom Tax File Folders for an Orderly Office – You may not realize that there are more options than just the standard design for tax folders.
- 5 Real Estate File Folders for Realty Rock Stars – From sparking a client’s interest to closing the deal, here’s just a few ways you can utilize specific real estate folders.
- 7 Presentation Folders That Are Perfect for Clients – It’s crucial to use the right type of folder for your particular clients.
- How to Pick the Best File Folders for the Right Occasion – Present your work portfolio to a potential client or employer by knowing how to pick the right folder for the right occasion.
How to Use Folder Templates
- How to Use Our Folder Mockup Templates – Our folder mockup templates are 100% free and allow you to create a realistic image of how your folder design will look after it’s been printed.
- How to Use Our Folder Design Templates – We’ve assembled a handy guide to downloading, modifying, and drawing inspiration from our free folder design templates.
- How to Use Our Die-Cut Folder Templates – If you’ve download your desired template but need help editing it or applying your design, let this handy tutorial be your guide.
Recommended Products
- Presentation Folders | 100+ Styles Custom Printed – Starting at $0.19. Choose from over 100 styles of presentation folders backed by a LIFETIME WARRANTY, plus receive FREE SHIPPING when you print custom folders. Restrictions apply.
- File Folders | 25 Styles Custom Printed – Starting at $0.33, file folders typically has a tab to make locating the filed documents easier.
- Two-Pocket Folders | 99 Styles Custom Printed – Starting at $0.19, two pocket folders are traditionally known as the standard “presentation folder.” These double pocket folders may be made from paper, poly, vinyl, or other materials.
- Money-Saver Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.41, each folder on sale in this collection is specifically designed to give you a economical price without compromising on quality.
- Short-Run Presentation Folders – A short run presentation folder is any folder available for custom printing in low minimum quantities of 50 or 100.
- Certificate Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.14, certificate folders are designed to hold and display one certificate-sized document, which makes it perfect for special occasions such as award ceremonies, signings and more.
- Presentation Folder Boxes – Starting at $1.17, presentation boxes are considerably thicker than a normal folder, allowing you to fit a large number of papers in a single package, and are generally sized for 8 1/2″ x 11″ paper.
- Letter-Size (9×12) Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.41, letter-size presentation folders are sized at 9×12 inches so that they can comfortably hold paper of any size up to 8.5” x 11”.
- Legal-Size (9×14) Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.59, legal size presentation folders are 9.5 x 14.5 inches in dimension and are made to fit legal documents.
- Small/Mini Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.19, small presentation folders are folders ranging from the size of your typical business card to anything less than letter-size.
- 6×9 Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.36, 6×9 folders are designed to hold half-size documents, like a letter-size sheet of paper folded in half.
- 4×9 Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.26, 4×9 folders are thin leaflet-sized style of folder that is suitable for holding small rectangular materials such as brochures, receipts, tickets, checks or gift certificates.
- Income Tax Return Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.29, tax return folders are a perfect choice when presenting a completed income tax return, end-of-year statement, or other important financial document to a client.
- Real Estate Presentation Folders – Starting at $0.29, real estate presentation folders are an attractive way for agents to present properties, checklists, contact information, and other important details to clients.
- Custom School Folders – Starting at $0.29, school folders provide prospective students, faculty, or visitors to your school or university with important documents in an appealing, engaging way.
- Church Welcome Folders – Starting at $0.29, church folders are a common way to welcome new visitors or longstanding members with important details about a church’s ministry
- Custom Gift Card Holders, Sleeves & Folders – Gift card holders are paper envelopes or folders made to present a variety of retail card-sized items
- Hotel Key Card Holders & Sleeves – Key card holders & sleeves are a common way to add branded style to hotel room keycards.
- Custom Photo Frame Folders – Starting at $0.14, photo frame folders are specially tailored photo holders used to frame and distribute photographs in either portrait or landscape orientation.
- Belly Band Presentation Folders Package – A video guide demonstration of a belly band presentation folder and a look at its special features.
We are looking for tri-folders that are gusseted to hold 300 sheet. This is a folder for a law office to present Estate Plans. what do you recommend
Hi Terri,
Contact our Print Project Team at (248) 738-7600.
Hi Vladimir, thank you for organizing this info – it’s a great resource for people putting together a presentation folder package. I own a small insurance agency and will be using it to market my products and services. What would you recommend I put in my 9×12 presentation folders?
Hi Carol,
Contact our Print Project Team at (248) 738-7600, they would be happy to help you with inserts, business cards, and brochures to put in your 9×12 presentation folders.