Creating a custom mouse pad starts with the right image. For the best print quality, your design should have enough resolution and match the aspect ratio of the mouse pad or desk mat you order.
Use this guide to find the recommended image resolution, minimum resolution, DPI, dimensions, and aspect ratio for every glide. custom mouse pad and desk mat size.
Custom Mouse Pad Resolution Chart
For the best print quality, use the 300 DPI recommended resolution whenever possible. If your image is smaller, use the minimum resolution as a guideline.
| Size | Dimensions | Recommended Resolution | Minimum Resolution | Aspect Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP | 35 × 25 cm | 4200 × 3000 px | 1120 × 800 px | 7:5 |
| XS | 60 × 30 cm | 7200 × 3600 px | 1920 × 960 px | 2:1 |
| S | 70 × 30 cm | 8400 × 3600 px | 2240 × 960 px | 7:3 |
| M | 70 × 40 cm | 8400 × 4800 px | 2240 × 1280 px | 7:4 |
| L | 80 × 40 cm | 9600 × 4800 px | 2560 × 1280 px | 2:1 |
| XL | 90 × 40 cm | 10800 × 4800 px | 2880 × 1280 px | 9:4 |
| XXL | 100 × 50 cm | 12000 × 6000 px | 3200 × 1600 px | 2:1 |
| XXXL | 120 × 60 cm | 14400 × 7200 px | 3840 × 1920 px | 2:1 |
What Resolution Should a Custom Mouse Pad Image Be?
For maximum detail, we recommend designing your custom mouse pad image at approximately 300 DPI at the final print size.
Large desk mats require very large files at 300 DPI, so 300 DPI isn't always necessary. A lower-resolution image can still print clearly on a mouse pad. We recommend approximately 80 DPI at final size as the minimum.
- 300 DPI: Recommended for maximum detail
- 80 DPI: Minimum recommended resolution
- Below 80 DPI: May appear soft or pixelated when printed
When in doubt, upload the highest-resolution version of your image available.
Why Aspect Ratio Matters
Your image's aspect ratio determines how well it fits your custom mouse pad without cropping.
For example, a 60 × 30 cm desk mat has a 2:1 aspect ratio. An image that is 4000 × 2000 pixels is also 2:1, so it naturally fits the entire printable area.
If your image has a different aspect ratio than the mouse pad, some of the image may need to be cropped to completely fill the surface.
Custom Mouse Pad & Desk Mat Sizes
glide. offers sizes ranging from a traditional 35 × 25 cm mouse pad to an oversized 120 × 60 cm desk mat.
MP — 35 × 25 cm
A traditional mouse pad size for compact setups and users who only need space for their mouse.
XS — 60 × 30 cm
A compact desk mat with room for a keyboard and mouse without covering most of your desk.
S — 70 × 30 cm
A wider desk mat with additional horizontal mouse space while maintaining a compact depth.
M — 70 × 40 cm
Extra depth for larger keyboards, gaming setups, and more freedom of mouse movement.
L — 80 × 40 cm
A spacious all-around size suitable for most full-size keyboard and mouse setups.
XL — 90 × 40 cm
An extended desk mat with plenty of room for your keyboard, mouse, and desk accessories.
XXL — 100 × 50 cm
A large desk mat designed to cover a substantial portion of your workspace.
XXXL — 120 × 60 cm
Our largest size, designed for oversized desks and designs that cover nearly your entire setup.
Custom Mouse Pad Design Tips
Use the Highest-Resolution Image Available
Upload the original, highest-resolution version of your artwork whenever possible. Avoid screenshots or images that have been repeatedly downloaded, compressed, or resized.
Keep Important Details Away From the Edges
Small variations can occur during printing, cutting, and stitching. Avoid placing important text, logos, faces, or other precise details directly against the edge of your design.
Avoid Designs That Require Perfect Edge Alignment
Designs with frames, borders, stitched-edge graphics, or other elements that must align perfectly with the physical edge of the mouse pad are not recommended.
Instead, allow backgrounds and artwork to continue naturally beyond the important elements of your design.
Use Clear, Legible Text
Make sure text is large enough to remain readable when printed. Very small or extremely thin text may lose detail during printing.
Remember That Screens and Prints Are Different
Colors displayed on a monitor use light, while your mouse pad is physically printed. Some variation between the colors on your screen and the finished product is normal.
Can I Use a Lower-Resolution Image?
Yes. Your image does not have to be exactly 300 DPI.
The minimum resolutions in the chart above provide a practical baseline for custom printing. Images between the minimum and recommended resolutions can still produce a high-quality custom mouse pad.
Images significantly below the minimum resolution may appear blurry or pixelated, particularly when the artwork contains small details or text.
What If My Image Doesn't Fit?
If your image doesn't match the aspect ratio of your selected mouse pad, it may need to be cropped or adjusted.
For the best results, choose artwork with some extra background space around the main subject. This gives the design more flexibility when adapting it to different mouse pad dimensions.
Free Design Review & Image Editing
Not sure if your image is large enough or whether it will fit correctly? We can help.
Every glide. custom mouse pad order includes a free design review. We check your artwork before production and can help make adjustments when necessary.
Create Your Custom Mouse Pad
Choose your size, upload your image, and we'll take care of the rest.
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