A parallel fold is a folding technique where a flat sheet of paper or other material is folded along a series of parallel lines to create multiple sections or panels. The fold lines are spaced evenly apart and run parallel to each other. This creates a series of folded sections that are equal in size and shape.
Illustration courtesy of Fold Factory.
There are variations on the parallel fold, including:
- Broadside double parallel
- 10-page parallel
- Triple parallel
This type of fold is commonly used for brochures, booklets, and other multi-page printed materials. The multi-page variations are a simple way to add more content while keeping the same size and format.
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