Setting up borders in Photoshop

This tutorial is designed to give you the tools to set up your own borders using simple Photoshop processes. For more information about file sizes and DPI settings, please use our Technical Help calculator.

The system has a built in border facility, but this is limited in what can be achieved. For total control it is better to set up your own borders within Photoshop.

Before starting this tutorial, we would recommend that you read Using Photoshop to Resize and Resample.

1. Go to  Image > Canvas Size.



Change the dimensions to match the paper size you require. So, if your current image size is 8" x 10" and you would like to print this on 11" x 14" paper you can change the dimensions to reflect this.



Your final file will now display with the border.

You can also record this process in Actions to run an automated border setting on a folder of files if, for example you are printing a portfolio of images.


Metroprint allows a minimum of 1/4 inch borders on all paper types. Smaller than this we can't guarantee we can trim exactly to your specification.

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