Custom Standard Printing

Name: Standard Printing
Brand: CheapFASTprinting
SKU: STANDARD
Price: 9.95 USD
Availability: InStock

Business Essentials

Standard Printing — Everything You Need on One Page

Standard Printing are part of the CheapFASTprinting custom product catalog. We focus on the materials, sizes, and finishes professional buyers actually ask about, so you get one source for small test orders, repeat business needs, and larger campaign runs. Customers often search for custom business cards near me, standard business cards printing, standard name cards for graduation announcements — and every variation lands on this same page.

Use the calculator at the top of this page to configure your order – pick a size, paper or substrate, quantity, and finishing options, then upload your artwork or request our Free Design Setup. Every standard order includes a free digital proof and free file review before anything goes to press.

If you're shopping around for a printer, the rest of this page is built for you: we lay out the specs, pricing tiers, an honest feature comparison against other major print shops, and answers to the questions buyers most often ask before placing a Standard order.

Search Intent Covered

Popular Ways Buyers Search for Standard

These researched search phrases guide the content, options, FAQ answers, and design support on this page so buyers can compare the product using real-world language.

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What Are Standard Printing?

Standard Printing are pocket-sized brand ambassadors customers keep in wallets, on desks, and pinned to corkboards. A great card is more than contact info – the paper feel, finish, and shape all communicate quality before a single word is read.

Popular Uses for Standard Printing

Day-to-day networking

Hand them out at meetings, conferences, and chance introductions.

New business launch

Affordable starter run for a brand-new shop, freelancer, or side hustle.

Trade shows & expos

Order in bulk so the whole team is stocked for show season.

High-end touch points

Use luxury stocks (foil, soft-touch, painted edge) for premium brands.

Digital + tap cards

Pair classic print with NFC-enabled digital business cards.

Loyalty & punch cards

Same tooling, slightly different layout, for coffee shops and salons.

Promotional inserts

Drop one into every package or invoice you ship.

Event giveaways

Branded mini-cards as referral or thank-you tokens.

Free AI + Human Design Setup

Need Help Designing Your Standard?

Every Standard Printing order includes Free Design Setup, which means you do not need to arrive with perfect artwork. Send a sketch, logo, screenshot, Canva file, old PDF, phone photo, rough notes, or just a business goal. Our AI-assisted workflow can explore layout ideas, headlines, color palettes, icon directions, photo placement, and audience-specific messaging, then a real human graphic designer cleans it up and prepares the file for print. Customers use Standard for day-to-day networking (hand them out at meetings, conferences, and chance introductions.), new business launch (affordable starter run for a brand-new shop, freelancer, or side hustle.), trade shows & expos (order in bulk so the whole team is stocked for show season.), high-end touch points (use luxury stocks (foil, soft-touch, painted edge) for premium brands.), digital + tap cards (pair classic print with nfc-enabled digital business cards.), and related campaigns where the first impression has to feel intentional. We also consider the real search language customers use, including "custom business cards near me", "standard business cards printing", "standard name cards for graduation announcements", so the finished piece matches how buyers actually think about this product.

For Standard, the design team checks the practical details that make the difference between a pretty mockup and a piece that prints correctly: bleed, trim, safe zone, contrast, readable type size, image resolution, CMYK color, finish compatibility, fold direction, dielines, placement, and whether the design still works from the distance or handling context customers will experience. If your order needs personalization, QR codes, coupon codes, addresses, names, product SKUs, or multiple versions, we help organize the artwork so it stays clean and easy to approve.

You can use the service to create a brand-new design, refresh an older layout, adapt one idea into multiple sizes, build a matching campaign set, or convert a low-resolution concept into a print-ready file. Upload what you have through the form above and choose Free Design Setup. We send a digital proof before production, and nothing prints until you approve it. The result is a smarter Standard order: better-looking artwork, fewer file problems, faster approval, and a final product built by both AI speed and human print judgment.

Included with every order

AI-assisted ideas. Fast concept exploration for layouts, calls-to-action, color directions, and campaign angles.
Human graphic design review. A real designer refines the best direction and protects brand quality.
Print-ready setup. Bleed, trim, safe zones, resolution, CMYK, dielines, folds, and finishing details checked before production.
Free digital proof. You approve the final Standard proof before anything prints.

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Free Guideline Templates

Download a Print-Ready Template for Standard

Start with a guideline file that already accounts for trim, bleed, safe zones, and layout space. These filtered downloads are the closest available templates for this product, so you can design faster, avoid file setup mistakes, and still request our Free Design Setup if you want us to finish the artwork for you.

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Print-ready guide

Standard 1.75 x 3.5 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Standard 1.75 x 3.5 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Standard 1.75 x 3 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Standard 1.75 x 3 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Standard 2.17 x 3.35 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Print-ready guide

Standard 2.17 x 3.35 Horizontal Template

Bleed, trim, safe zone, and layout guide for standard.

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Specifications & Options

Standard production details for Standard Printing. Custom options outside this list are available — just ask.

Standard size	3.5\" x 2\" (89 x 51 mm) – plus circle, square, mini, oval, leaf, and custom shapes
Paper stocks	14pt, 16pt, 18pt, 32pt, soft-touch, linen, kraft, pearl, plastic, painted-edge
Finishes	Matte, gloss, soft-touch, spot UV, raised UV, foil, raised foil, embossing
Print modes	Single sided or full color both sides
Color mode	CMYK – we convert RGB at no charge if needed
Bleed / safe	0.125\" (3 mm) bleed, 0.125\" safe zone
File formats	PDF (preferred), AI, EPS, PSD, JPG, PNG, TIFF

Pricing for Standard Printing

Volume-based pricing — your per-unit cost drops sharply at higher quantities. Free Design Setup, free file check, and digital proofing are always included.

Quantity	Standard total	Standard / unit	Premium total	Premium / unit
25	$53.50	$2.14	$66.88	$2.68
50	$58.00	$1.16	$72.50	$1.45
100	$67.00	$0.67	$83.75	$0.84
250	$94.00	$0.38	$117.50	$0.47
500	$139.00	$0.28	$173.75	$0.35
1,000	$229.00	$0.23	$286.25	$0.29
2,500	$499.00	$0.20	$623.75	$0.25

Prices reflect the calculator on this page. Add-ons (rush, design upgrades, premium finishing, double-sided) and shipping are calculated live when you configure your order. Higher volume? Contact us for a custom quote.

How CheapFASTprinting Compares

An honest service-level comparison against the major shops people consider for Standard Printing. We don't fabricate competitor prices — those change constantly. We compare on the things that actually decide a buying decision.

Feature	CheapFASTprinting	Vistaprint	Moo	GotPrint	Staples Print
Free design setup	✓ Always free	Add-on	Add-on	Add-on	Limited retail support
Free file & proof review	✓ Standard	Add-on	Limited	Self-serve	Limited
Custom sizes & shapes	✓ Custom dies	Limited	Limited	Standard sizes	Standard sizes
Rush production	✓ 1-3 day options	Limited skus	Limited	Available	Retail same-day
Low minimum order	✓ As low as 25	Often 50+	50 minimum	Often 100+	Often 100+
Real human support	✓ Phone + email	Limited phone	Email mostly	Email mostly	Retail counter
US-based production	✓	✓ + offshore	✓ + offshore	✓	✓
Single vendor: design + print + apparel + signs	✓	—	—	—	—

Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly so we don't reproduce it here — visit each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: May 2026.

Why Buyers Choose CheapFASTprinting for Standard Printing

Free Design Setup on every order. No add-on design fees. Upload anything you have and we build the print-ready file at no charge.
Free digital proof before printing. We don't press a button until you approve the proof — what you see is what gets printed.
Real-human support, not chatbots. Phone, email, and live response from print specialists who actually run the equipment.
Single vendor for everything. Print, signs, apparel, packaging, and design — under one roof, on one invoice, with one point of contact.
US-based production support. Most Standard orders are coordinated through our U.S.-based workflow with clear proofing, production notes, and delivery tracking.
Honest, transparent pricing. Live price calculator on this page. No surprise add-ons at checkout, ever.

How to Order Standard Printing in 5 Steps

1
Configure your order. Use the calculator at the top of this page. Pick a size, material, quantity, sides, and turnaround.
2
Upload your artwork. Upload a print-ready PDF — or send anything you have and request our Free Design Setup. We accept PDF, AI, EPS, PSD, JPG, PNG, and TIFF.
3
Approve a free digital proof. We email you a proof showing exactly how the Standard will print — content, color, sizing, and bleed. Approve in one click.
4
We print, finish, and inspect. Your order moves through production with file notes, finishing details, and a quality check before shipment.
5
Fast nationwide delivery. Live USPS, UPS, and FedEx rates calculated at checkout. Most U.S. addresses receive shipments within 1-6 business days after production.

Standard Printing — Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a business card?

Standard Standard are 3.5" x 2" (89 x 51 mm). We also offer mini cards (2.75" x 1.18"), square (2.5" x 2.5"), and circle, oval, and custom die-cut shapes. Every size includes free design help to make sure your artwork uses the bleed and safe zone correctly.

How to create QR code business cards?

Yes — QR codes print perfectly on Standard (we recommend at least 0.5" x 0.5" for reliable scanning). NFC tap-to-share cards are also available; ask us about pairing a printed card with an NFC-enabled version of the same design.

How to create QR code business card on iphone?

Yes — QR codes print perfectly on Standard (we recommend at least 0.5" x 0.5" for reliable scanning). NFC tap-to-share cards are also available; ask us about pairing a printed card with an NFC-enabled version of the same design.

What is the best business card design?

Standard are produced to commercial print and finishing standards for business, event, and personal use. See the Specifications & Options table above for the materials, sizes, and finishes we offer, and the Pricing table for volume-based pricing.

Can you print business cards on a regular printer?

Standard choices depend on the size, material, quantity, artwork, turnaround, and how the piece will be used. Use the options, pricing table, and design setup details on this page as a starting point, or contact us with the exact question and we can recommend the best setup for your order.

How much does it cost to get business cards printed?

Standard pricing scales with quantity, material, and finish. The Pricing tier table on this page shows live prices at every popular volume break. Free Design Setup, file review, and digital proofing are all included — no surprise add-ons at checkout.

How much does it cost to print 1000 business cards?

Standard pricing scales with quantity, material, and finish. The Pricing tier table on this page shows live prices at every popular volume break. Free Design Setup, file review, and digital proofing are all included — no surprise add-ons at checkout.

How to print my business cards?

Skip the DIY route — we custom-print Standard for you, with Free Design Setup, free file review, low minimums, and fast nationwide delivery. Use the calculator at the top of this page to configure your order, or contact us for a custom quote.

What is the standard paper weight for business cards?

For everyday networking 16pt or 18pt cover is the sweet spot — heavy enough to feel premium without breaking the bank. Move up to 32pt painted-edge or soft-touch for high-end brands, or down to 14pt if you're handing out high volumes. Free samples ship on request.

What paper is used for business cards?

Standard are produced on multiple substrates — see the Specifications table above for the full material list. We can supply free physical samples of stocks and finishes before you order if you'd like to feel them in person.

What paper is good for business cards?

Standard are produced on multiple substrates — see the Specifications table above for the full material list. We can supply free physical samples of stocks and finishes before you order if you'd like to feel them in person.

What is a die cut business card?

Rounded corners (1/8" and 1/4" radius), and full custom die-cut shapes — circles, ovals, leaf, scalloped — are all available. Custom dies add a small one-time setup fee and 1–2 days to lead time.

What are die cut cards?

Rounded corners (1/8" and 1/4" radius), and full custom die-cut shapes — circles, ovals, leaf, scalloped — are all available. Custom dies add a small one-time setup fee and 1–2 days to lead time.

How to make die cut business cards?

Rounded corners (1/8" and 1/4" radius), and full custom die-cut shapes — circles, ovals, leaf, scalloped — are all available. Custom dies add a small one-time setup fee and 1–2 days to lead time.

What is the standard size for Standard Business Cards in inches and millimeters?

Standard are produced to commercial print and finishing standards for business, event, and personal use. See the Specifications & Options table above for the materials, sizes, and finishes we offer, and the Pricing table for volume-based pricing.

What paper weight (in pt or lb) do you recommend for Standard Business Cards?

For everyday networking 16pt or 18pt cover is the sweet spot — heavy enough to feel premium without breaking the bank. Move up to 32pt painted-edge or soft-touch for high-end brands, or down to 14pt if you're handing out high volumes. Free samples ship on request.

Should Standard Business Cards be double sided or single sided?

Yes — Standard can be printed single-sided or double-sided (full color both sides). Double-sided is included on most products at the standard two-sided pricing tier. Use the back for a coupon, map, contact details, or extended message.

What finish is best for Standard Business Cards – matte, gloss, soft touch, spot UV, or foil?

Standard are available with multiple finishes: gloss for vivid color, matte for a subtle premium feel, soft-touch for a velvety hand-feel, uncoated for write-on surfaces, plus spot UV, raised foil, embossing, and metallic foil for accent highlights. Each finish appears on the order form with a live price.

Can you print rounded corners, die cuts, or unusual shapes on Standard Business Cards?

Rounded corners (1/8" and 1/4" radius), and full custom die-cut shapes — circles, ovals, leaf, scalloped — are all available. Custom dies add a small one-time setup fee and 1–2 days to lead time.

How do I include a QR code or NFC tap on my Standard Business Cards?

Yes — QR codes print perfectly on Standard (we recommend at least 0.5" x 0.5" for reliable scanning). NFC tap-to-share cards are also available; ask us about pairing a printed card with an NFC-enabled version of the same design.

Ready to configure your order?

Use the calculator at the top of this page or scroll back to the order form. Questions first? Contact a real human or call us — most replies go out within an hour during business hours.

Standard Printing

Standard Printing

Standard Printing — Everything You Need on One Page

Popular Ways Buyers Search for Standard

What Are Standard Printing?

Popular Uses for Standard Printing

Need Help Designing Your Standard?

Download a Print-Ready Template for Standard

Specifications & Options

Pricing for Standard Printing

How CheapFASTprinting Compares

Why Buyers Choose CheapFASTprinting for Standard Printing

How to Order Standard Printing in 5 Steps

Standard Printing — Frequently Asked Questions

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