The art of paper folding isn't only about origami or paper airplanes. From simple business letters inserted into plain envelopes to complex multi-sectioned packages to hold any number of products, designers must create designs to be folded into a myriad of shapes. Shown below are a couple of common folds.

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	Single Fold		Accordian or Z Fold
	Letter Fold		Gate Fold
	Barrel or Roll Fold		Right Angle
	Double Parallel
To ensure precise folding when providing a job to printers, here's a rule of thumb to follow when laying out brochures with 3 or more panels: Allow 1/16" for folding allowance. Of course, there are exceptions, so when in doubt, ask. Click here for some basic sizes, folds, and panel layouts.