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20×24" Print Size: Pixels, DPI & Wall Scale Guide

To print a crisp 20×24 inch (50.8 × 61 cm) piece at lab-standard 300 DPI, prepare an image of 6,000 × 7,200 pixels (43.2 MP). Classic 5:6 formal portrait and museum frame dimension.

20×24" Resolution Table by DPI & Viewing Distance

Print DensityExact Pixels (20×24")With 0.125" BleedMegapixelsMin Viewing DistanceQuality Grade
300 DPI6,000 × 7,200 px6,075 × 7,275 px43.2 MP0.9 ft (11")Excellent (300+ PPI)
240 DPI4,800 × 5,760 px4,860 × 5,820 px27.65 MP1.2 ft (14")Excellent (300+ PPI)
200 DPI4,000 × 4,800 px4,050 × 4,850 px19.2 MP1.4 ft (17")Very good (240–299 PPI)
150 DPI3,000 × 3,600 px3,038 × 3,638 px10.8 MP1.9 ft (23")Wall-ready / good at viewing distance (150–239 PPI)
120 DPI2,400 × 2,880 px2,430 × 2,910 px6.91 MP2.4 ft (29")Wall-ready / good at viewing distance (150–239 PPI)
100 DPI2,000 × 2,400 px2,025 × 2,425 px4.8 MP2.8 ft (34")Fair — large/distant viewing only (100–149 PPI)

Wall Placement Rule

Fireplace mantel or formal dining room wall.

Frame & Mat Pairing

1.5" gallery canvas with espresso or black floater frame.

Canvas Wrap Allowance

For a 0.75" wrap, export 22×26" (6600×7800 px). For a 1.5" gallery wrap, export 23.5×27.5".

Test Your Photo for a 20×24" Print

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Runs in your browser — your photos never leave your device. Pick a standard print size or drop any image to inspect its exact DPI at wall scale.

Quick sizes:
Required File Resolution (300 DPI)Aspect Ratio: 5:6

6,000 × 7,200 px

Megapixels43.2 MP
Metric Size50.8 × 61 cm
Total Cut Size20" × 24"
Min View Dist.0.9 ft (11")
20" × 24"5:6

With a 1.5" gallery canvas wrap + 0.25" bleed, prepare 7050×8250 px (23.5"×27.5").

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Where to print a 20×24 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 20×24 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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20×24" Print Size FAQs

How many pixels is a 20×24 print at 300 DPI?
A 20×24 inch print at 300 DPI requires 6,000 × 7,200 pixels (43.2 megapixels). If your print lab requires a 0.125" full-bleed trim margin on each side, export at 6,075 × 7,275 pixels.
What is 20×24 inches in centimeters and millimeters?
20×24 inches equals 50.8 × 61 cm (508 × 610 mm). The total surface area is 480 square inches (3.33 sq ft).
What aspect ratio is a 20×24 print?
A 20×24 print has a 5:6 aspect ratio (decimal 0.8333). Use our Crop for Print tool to match this frame without stretching.
Can I print a 12 MP phone photo at 20×24?
A standard 12 MP smartphone photo (3024 × 4032 px) prints at 151 DPI on a 20×24" print. For crisp close-up detail, run your photo through our free browser 4× upscaler first.

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