Production time note: For orders above 30,000 units, we add 1 or 2 business days to the production time.
Custom notepads made for everyday use
Printed notepads keep a company name, phone number, checklist, or message close at hand while giving customers and staff something practical to use. This calculator covers the complete confirmed GotPrint PT13 launch matrix: 12 portrait and landscape size choices, 50 or 100 sheets per pad, 70 lb opaque smooth white paper, and full-color printing on the front only or both sides. Every option shown has a harvested print price and an exact live shipping row, so the order form does not rely on estimated cells.
Choose the right notepad format
Compact 3 x 8 and 4 x 5.5 pads work well for counter notes, service reminders, grocery lists, and appointment follow-ups. The 4 x 6 and 5 x 8 formats give writers more room without taking over a desk. Larger 5.5 x 8.5 and 8.5 x 11 pads suit estimates, intake forms, meeting notes, training checklists, and branded worksheets. Portrait layouts are familiar for writing from top to bottom, while horizontal formats can fit schedules, score sheets, or forms with several short columns.
Select 50 sheets for lighter giveaways or shorter campaigns. Choose 100 sheets when the pad will stay at a workstation or be used repeatedly. Pads are glued at the top with a chipboard backing, which keeps the stack together and gives the final piece support during use.
Prepare artwork for clean, useful pads
Upload a print-ready PDF when possible. Keep logos, phone numbers, ruled lines, and form fields inside the safe area, and extend background colors or photographs through the bleed when they reach the edge. Leave enough open writing space for the pad’s intended job. For two-sided printing, check that the reverse side is oriented correctly and does not compete with handwriting on the front. A digital proof lets you review trim safety, spelling, line spacing, and contact details before production begins.
Current pricing and live shipping
The calculator applies the approved 0.98 pricing factor to current GotPrint PT13 print prices. Quantities run from 10 through 2,000 pads, using the exact breaks returned by the provider. Enter a five-digit destination ZIP code to load standard, express, and next-day shipping methods when available. The ground method keeps the approved $12.85 minimum. Production time begins after artwork approval, and carrier transit starts after the completed notepads leave the plant.
Start your custom notepad order
Choose a finished size and orientation, select 50 or 100 sheets, pick the printed sides and quantity, then enter the shipping ZIP code. Review the print and delivery amounts, upload artwork, and add the configured notepads to your cart. If your layout needs help, select design assistance before submitting the order.
Choose custom notepad printing when you want a useful leave-behind that stays on desks longer than a flyer.
Keep logos bold and contact lines short so the card or pad stays useful after the first week on a desk.
Pick size and sheet count for custom notepad printing so the live total shows print plus shipping before proof.
How many sheets should a branded notepad include?
Thicker pads last longer on desks; thinner pads cost less for event handouts. Compare sheet counts in the calculator so print price and shipping update before artwork upload.
What artwork works best on notepad headers?
Keep logos and contact lines in the header safe zone, leave writing space clear, and upload a print-ready PDF. Approve the digital proof before you lock quantity for the next trade show stack.
Custom notepads FAQ
What notepad sizes are available?
Common desk pad and junior sizes appear in the size menu when offered. Pick the size so sheet count, backing, and shipping update before art upload. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.
Can notepad sheets print full color headers?
Yes. Full color headers with lined writing areas are common. Keep lines inside the safe zone and approve the proof before the pad quantity binds. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.
Do notepads include chipboard backs?
Backing options depend on the selected product configuration. Confirm whether a rigid back is included so desks get a usable writing surface after shipping. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.
What paper weight works for pens?
Uncoated text weights take ballpoint cleanly. Heavy gloss coating can resist some inks. Choose paper with writing in mind before you lock quantity. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.
How many pads should an office order?
Estimate pads per desk per quarter. Quantity breaks help when every conference room gets the same branded header and one shipping drop. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.
Is design help included for notepad headers?
Paid orders include design help and a digital proof so logos and URLs are correct before padding. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout. Use the live calculator on this page to confirm options before checkout.