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20×20" Print Size: Pixels, DPI & Wall Scale Guide

To print a crisp 20×20 inch (50.8 × 50.8 cm) piece at lab-standard 300 DPI, prepare an image of 6,000 × 6,000 pixels (36 MP). Large square gallery canvas for abstract, botanical, or aerial photography.

20×20" Resolution Table by DPI & Viewing Distance

Print DensityExact Pixels (20×20")With 0.125" BleedMegapixelsMin Viewing DistanceQuality Grade
300 DPI6,000 × 6,000 px6,075 × 6,075 px36 MP0.9 ft (11")Excellent (300+ PPI)
240 DPI4,800 × 4,800 px4,860 × 4,860 px23.04 MP1.2 ft (14")Excellent (300+ PPI)
200 DPI4,000 × 4,000 px4,050 × 4,050 px16 MP1.4 ft (17")Very good (240–299 PPI)
150 DPI3,000 × 3,000 px3,038 × 3,038 px9 MP1.9 ft (23")Wall-ready / good at viewing distance (150–239 PPI)
120 DPI2,400 × 2,400 px2,430 × 2,430 px5.76 MP2.4 ft (29")Wall-ready / good at viewing distance (150–239 PPI)
100 DPI2,000 × 2,000 px2,025 × 2,025 px4 MP2.8 ft (34")Fair — large/distant viewing only (100–149 PPI)

Wall Placement Rule

Pair of 20×20 canvases above a 72"–84" sofa.

Frame & Mat Pairing

1.5" deep gallery wrap.

Canvas Wrap Allowance

For a 0.75" wrap, export 22×22" (6600×6600 px). For a 1.5" gallery wrap, export 23.5×23.5".

Test Your Photo for a 20×20" Print

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Quick sizes:
Required File Resolution (300 DPI)Aspect Ratio: 1:1

6,000 × 6,000 px

Megapixels36 MP
Metric Size50.8 × 50.8 cm
Total Cut Size20" × 20"
Min View Dist.0.9 ft (11")
20" × 20"1:1

With a 1.5" gallery canvas wrap + 0.25" bleed, prepare 7050×7050 px (23.5"×23.5").

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Where to print a 20×20 poster print

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ShutterflyHas standard photo sizes

Everyday photo prints, 4×6 to 24×36 enlargements, and tabletop frames.

Best for: Standard photo enlargements (4×6, 5×7, 8×10, 11×14, 16×20) and gift orders.

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Easy Canvas Prints

Fast U.S. stretched photo canvases in standard & custom wall sizes.

Best for: Homeowners printing phone or camera photos on 0.75" or 1.5" gallery wrap.

Society6

Artist-designed peel-and-stick wall murals, art prints, and gallery frames.

Best for: Room-scale wall murals, botanical/retro/kids themes, and independent artist prints.

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Where to print a 20×20 canvas print

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Easy Canvas PrintsOffers 1.5in gallery wrap

Fast U.S. stretched photo canvases in standard & custom wall sizes.

Best for: Homeowners printing phone or camera photos on 0.75" or 1.5" gallery wrap.

CanvasChamp

Budget-friendly custom sizes up to oversized wall formats & split canvases.

Best for: Custom dimensions, multi-panel triptychs, and low entry cost per square foot.

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CanvasPop

Hand-stretched archival canvas with optional designer proof inspection.

Best for: Family portraits, wedding photos, and lower-resolution files needing gentle handling.

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20×20" Print Size FAQs

How many pixels is a 20×20 print at 300 DPI?
A 20×20 inch print at 300 DPI requires 6,000 × 6,000 pixels (36 megapixels). If your print lab requires a 0.125" full-bleed trim margin on each side, export at 6,075 × 6,075 pixels.
What is 20×20 inches in centimeters and millimeters?
20×20 inches equals 50.8 × 50.8 cm (508 × 508 mm). The total surface area is 400 square inches (2.78 sq ft).
What aspect ratio is a 20×20 print?
A 20×20 print has a 1:1 aspect ratio (decimal 1). Other standard print sizes sharing the exact 1:1 ratio include 10×10", 12×12", 16×16", 24×24".
Can I print a 12 MP phone photo at 20×20?
A standard 12 MP smartphone photo (3024 × 4032 px) prints at 151 DPI on a 20×20" print. For crisp close-up detail, run your photo through our free browser 4× upscaler first.

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