What size for postcard

Hi there, I'm a newby here. I was wondering what size to choose if I want to make a (rectangular standard) postcard. Also, how to make a border. Thank you! Samantha

The Post Office has a range for the postcard size:
at least 3 1⁄2 inches high × 5 inches long and no more than 4 1⁄4 inches high × 6 inches long.
Print borders get added in the Print module.

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