Standard DVD Case Dimensions: 7.48 × 5.31 Inches + Cover Size

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When I sort a DVD collection or prepare replacement artwork, DVD case dimensions are the first numbers I check. A standard DVD case measures 7.48 × 5.31 inches, but the paper insert and spine need separate measurements. This page compares case sizes, cover layouts, and print setup.

Standard DVD Case Dimensions

DVD, Blu-ray, 4K UHD, and CD case dimensions with spine thickness comparison

A DVD case is a simple, thin plastic box, mostly available in black Or transparent color, to keep a DVD disc. With the gradual evolution of DVDs, such as single-side, double-side, single-layered, double-layered, etc, the DVD case dimensions and size also evolve and change.

DVD case dimensions describe the outside plastic shell. The standard keep case is 7.48 × 5.31 × 0.55 inches (190 × 135 × 14 mm); slim and multi-disc cases keep a similar face size but change the spine depth.

Case or format Height Width Spine or thickness Typical use
Standard DVD keep case 7.48 in / 190 mm 5.31 in / 135 mm 0.55 in / 14 mm Single-disc retail packaging
Slim DVD case 7.48 in / 190 mm 5.31 in / 135 mm 0.28 in / 7 mm Space-saving single disc
Multi-disc DVD case 7.5 in / 190.5 mm 5.25 in / 133.4 mm 1.54 in / 39.1 mm Box sets and collections
Blu-ray case 6.73 in / 171 mm 5.31 in / 135 mm 0.55 in / 14 mm Standard Blu-ray packaging
4K UHD case 6.73 in / 171 mm 5.31 in / 135 mm 0.55 in / 14 mm Physical packaging comparison
CD jewel case 5.59 in / 142 mm 4.92 in / 125 mm 0.39 in / 10 mm Standard audio CD storage

These are typical packaging measurements, not disc-processing specifications. Replacement shells vary, especially multi-disc cases, so measure the closed case before preparing artwork.

Standard Keep Case

For conventional packaging, the 14 mm standard keep case is the dependable starting point. Its height and width are common enough for many templates, but the insert still needs a full-wrap layout rather than a single-panel image.

Slim and Multi-Disc Cases

Slim cases save shelf space, while multi-disc cases work well for sets. I would choose the physical shell first, because a wider multi-disc spine changes the cover insert even when the front panel appears familiar.

DVD Cover Insert Size and Print Specs

Standard DVD full-wrap insert with front, back, 14 mm spine, bleed, and safe zones

A DVD cover is the flat paper insert that slides beneath the clear outer sleeve. It is not the same measurement as the case shell, and it is not an A4 sheet.

Full-Wrap Insert Layout

A standard full-wrap DVD cover insert is about 273 × 183 mm (10.75 × 7.2 inches). It includes a front panel, a back panel, and a spine. On a standard 14 mm case, the two panels are about 129.5 mm wide before the spine is added. Measure the actual shell before final export because replacement cases can differ.

Pixels, DPI, and Bleed

DVD case dimensions in pixels depend on the document resolution. At 300 DPI, a 10.75 × 7.2-inch full-wrap design is about 3225 × 2160 pixels before bleed. Add bleed and safe zones according to the printer or template, then print at Actual Size or 100% with scaling turned off. When a cover prints too small, the problem is usually a mismatch between the physical layout and printer scaling, not the pixel count alone.

DVD and Blu-ray Case Sizes

Blu-ray and 4K UHD cases are shorter than standard DVD keep cases, as the packaging table shows. Do not reuse a Blu-ray cover template for a DVD case without resizing the height, panels, and spine.

DVD Disc Size and Capacity

A standard DVD disc is 120 mm (4.7 inches) in diameter. Its case dimensions do not determine how much data it holds; DVD capacity depends on the disc format, including its sides and data layers.

Preserving Physical DVDs and Artwork

Keep discs upright in clean cases, away from direct sunlight, heat, and heavy pressure. Store the artwork with its matching disc, and use a soft sleeve or hub that does not scrape the data surface. These simple steps protect the collection without changing the original packaging.

For discs you own or are authorized to access, a digital copy can also make a collection easier to search. Readers who want that separate project can digitize a DVD collection while keeping the original disc and its case together.

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FAQs

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Why does my DVD cover print smaller than the case?

The file may be correct, but the printer can shrink it through Fit to Page or other scaling settings. Check that the document uses the intended physical dimensions and print at Actual Size or 100%. A plain-paper test lets you compare the panel edges and spine before using final stock.

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Can I use a Blu-ray cover template for a DVD case?

Not without resizing it. Blu-ray cases are shorter than standard DVD cases, so a Blu-ray template will leave visible gaps or crop artwork in a DVD shell. Start with the case you have, then set the document height, panels, and spine for that shell.

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Do multi-disc DVD cases need wider cover inserts?

Usually, the front and back panels stay close to the standard size, but the spine becomes wider. Measure the closed multi-disc case and adjust the center spine area before printing. Do not stretch the front artwork to create extra spine width.

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Should I measure a replacement case before printing artwork?

Yes. Replacement shells can vary in spine width and sleeve opening. Measure the height, width, and spine with the case closed, then make a paper proof. If the proof sits flat beneath the sleeve without folding at the spine, the layout is ready to print.

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Conclusion

A standard DVD keep case is 7.48 × 5.31 × 0.55 inches, while slim and multi-disc cases mainly change the spine depth. Keep the plastic shell, flat paper insert, and disc measurements separate. My recommendation is to choose the physical case first, confirm its spine width, and build or adjust the full-wrap artwork around that exact shell before printing.