Besides size and judgment, there are several other options when it comes to legal notebooks. Here are some of the details to consider. Note: A “legal block” does not mean that the paper size on the block itself is a legal size (8-1/2″ W x 14″L), although it can be ordered this way. A legal stamp simply means that the paper on the stamp has a vertical line that creates a 1-1/4″ edge on the left side. Legal notebooks may or may not be ordered by court judgment and in a legal document. In fact, neither the width of the rulers (or lines) on the paper nor the size of the paper on the block classify a block as a “legal block”. If you`re still not sure, here are some helpful tips to help you figure out which Legal Pad to order. The only requirement for a block of writing paper to be considered a “legal block” is that the paper must have a 1-1/4″ vertical line (also known as a “descending line”) on the left edge of the page. The original and traditional look of the legal block had yellow paper, blue horizontal lines, a red vertical line forming a left edge and a red rubberized top. Today, this is no longer the case. These TOPS The Legal Pad notepads offer the ultimate value of reliable everyday documents for the home or office. Canary paper provides a smooth and comfortable writing experience with minimal ink bleeding and translucency.
Durable helmet mounts firmly secure your sides, while our micro-perforated sheets come off neatly to keep your Legal Pad clean and professional. Plus, the solid back provides a sturdy writing surface when taking notes away from a desk. These TOPS notebooks are proudly made in the USA. A golden opportunity: We`ve designed a simple and stylish notebook for busy professionals who admire superior note-taking features. Canary. 8-1/2″ x 11-3/4″. Legal standard. 50 sheets.
Pack of 12. Next time someone says; “Order me legal notebooks, right?” You`ll know you have to follow, “Sure, I`d be happy. Tell me first… You might think that legal blocks are like any other notebook, right? What sets Legal Pads apart from other notebooks is the 1 1/4” edge on the left. This margin was added in the early 1900s, at the request of a judge who wanted room for comments next to his notes (hence the name “Legal Pads”). Legal also refers to judgment or space between horizontal lines. That being said, legal stamps don`t necessarily have the legal size (but come in 8.5 x 14). You can also find them in Brief (8.5 x 11) and Junior Legal (5 x 8) sizes. Here is a list of all the size and control options available: In the photo: Universal size of letters Canary straight block As mentioned earlier, although legal stamps are available in a variety of colors, they are usually found in yellow (canary). Holley didn`t want this old paper to be wasted, so he cut the sheets to the same size and tied them together to create the first legal blocks. In North America, plain paper is available in a variety of semi-standardized sizes. Remember that all legal blocks have a vertical line drawn 1-1/4″ up and down on the left side of the paper to create a border: No. The original Legal Pad was made by dyeing the paper yellow.
Aside from speculation, no one really knows why. In fact, it is more expensive to buy a yellow legal block than a white block. Today, there are legal blocks (with the 1-1/4″ border on the left) in a variety of colors: A legal block is a lined block of paper (usually canary, but other colors also available) attached at the top with a border on the left.
