5" x 8" Custom Notepads (Junior Legal Size)
Custom 5" x 8" Notepads (Junior Legal Size)
A 5" x 8" notepad, also called junior legal size, is large enough for real meeting notes and to-do lists but still small enough to stay desk-friendly. It's one of our 34 standard notepad sizes.
Who orders 5" x 8" notepads
- Real estate agents and teams, for everyday desk use
- Medical and dental offices, at the front desk and in daily use
- Engineers and other professionals who want a practical branded pad
- Small businesses handing out branded pads at trade shows and using them around the office
Paper and pad options
- 25 or 50 sheets per pad
- 50# (Standard), 60# (Better) or 70# (Premium) bright white paper
- Backside printing, so both sides of every sheet carry your design (needs 60# paper or heavier)
- A custom printed top sheet, with a different design on the first page for a special message
Every pad is printed in full color on bright white paper with a sturdy 18 pt backer board. Pads are glued along the shorter side unless you ask for something different.
Design it your way
Start from one of our templates, design from scratch in our online studio, or upload your own logo or print-ready file. We don't print until you approve your proof.
Minimums and turnaround
Orders start at 16 pads. Production takes about 8-10 business days and starts the day after you approve your proof. A faster rush production option is available in the price calculator. Shipping time is extra. Need a different quantity or a custom size? Request a quote or call us at 888-268-7237.
How 5" x 8" compares to other popular sizes
| Size | Also called | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 5" x 8" (this pad) | Junior legal | Meeting notes, to-do lists, everyday desk use |
| 5.5" x 8.5" | Half letter | A little more room, take-home pads and handouts |
| 5" x 7" | Mid-size memo pad | Desk pads and promotional giveaways |
| 8.5" x 11" | Letter size, full page | Full meeting notes, client handouts, checklists |
Looking for a slightly different pad?
- 5.5" x 8.5" half-letter custom notepads, a bit bigger than this pad
- 5" x 8" custom legal pads, a legal pad in this size
- 5" x 8" side-stapled memo books, if you want a bound book instead of a pad
- 8.5" x 11" letter size custom notepads, for full-page notes
All of our notepads are printed in the USA. Browse every style on our custom notepads page.
Frequently Asked Questions About 5" x 8" Custom Notepads
Is a 5" x 8" notepad junior legal size?
Yes. 5" x 8" is commonly called junior legal (or jr. legal) size. It's big enough for meeting notes and lists, but small enough to stay desk-friendly.
Is 5" x 8" the same as half-letter size?
No. Half-letter is 5.5" x 8.5", half of a standard 8.5" x 11" sheet. We offer that size as 5.5" x 8.5" custom notepads.
What are the common notepad sizes?
Popular notepad sizes run from small memo pads like 3" x 5" and 4" x 6", to mid-size pads like 5" x 7", 5" x 8" and 5.5" x 8.5", up to full-page 8.5" x 11" letter pads. See all of them on our 34 standard notepad sizes page.
What's the minimum order for custom 5" x 8" notepads?
16 pads. That's the smallest quantity in the price calculator, which goes up to 1,000. For a quantity that isn't listed, request a quote.
How do I get custom notepads made with my logo?
Pick your quantity, sheet count and paper in the price calculator, then design your pad. Start from a template, design in our online studio, or upload your logo or print-ready file. We don't print until you approve your proof.
How much do custom 5" x 8" notepads cost?
The price depends on how many pads you order, 25 or 50 sheets per pad, the paper weight and options like backside printing. The price calculator on this page shows your exact price as you choose, and the price per pad drops as quantity goes up.
What sheet counts and paper can I choose?
25 or 50 sheets per pad, on 50# (Standard), 60# (Better) or 70# (Premium) bright white paper. Backside printing needs 60# paper or heavier.
Which edge is glued?
The shorter side, unless you ask for something different.
How long does production take?
About 8-10 business days, starting the day after you approve your proof. A faster rush production option is available in the price calculator. Shipping time is extra.
To start, select the product size, preview the design guidelines, download the guidelines for reference, and proceed with the customization options.
