Binders Buying Guide

In the presentation room, filing cabinet, or at school, binders do more than store papers. They impress clients, keep you organized and protect documents for years at time. View binders, also known as presentation binders, have room for a custom-printed cover and spine, allowing you to create eye-catching covers.

Round ring or D-ring binders can keep you organized, keeping important papers in one place for easy reference. Long-term storage needs may call for a hanging binder that fits into file cabinets. Binder capacities of range from 1/2 inch up to 6 inches. Generally, a Slant D Ring style will hold more sheets than a Round Ring. Index tabs and sheet protectors will also take up more space in the ring than plain paper sheets.

Approximate guide to binder sheet capacity:

1/2 inch = 75-100 Sheet Capacity
1 inch = 175-200 Sheet Capacity
2 inch = 250-400 Sheet Capacity
3 inch = 350-500 Sheet Capacity
4 inch = 450-650 Sheet Capacity
5+ inch = 700+ Sheet Capacity

View & Presentation Binders

Presentation, or view binders offer a clear vinyl cover and spine so you can insert your own custom sheet. In round or D ring options.

Standard Ring Binders

Great for school, documentation, training or keeping records. Durable, colorful and easy to store your files and papers safely for years to come.

Hanging Storage Binders

Binders designed to fit into hanging file folder systems for large capacity and durability to protect your files and papers. Locking straight post construction or circular rings.

Flexible Binders

Colorful, flexible, durable and lightweight to secure your papers and keep you organized. Maintains flexibility to fit in tight spaces.

Easel Binders

Sets up easily for presentations, keeps items organized and great for traveling. Accommodates multiple sheets for ease of use.

Data Binders

Securely holds up to 6 inches of data sheets in hanging style files systems with flexible top and bottom loading options.

Ledger Binders

Sturdy binders for bookkeeping and legal use format. Professional appearance for check writing and traveling. Generally 3-7 rings according to use.

Portfolios & Padfolios

Great organization tool for professionals and business meetings. Stores pads, pens and other accessories for your day-to-day work schedule.

Sheet Protectors

Sometimes you want your paperwork to remain unpunched. Our sheet protectors are just the right choice! We have many choices for durability and ease of cost.

Pre-Printed Tab Index Dividers

Tab index dividers pre-printed with letters, numbers, or months of the year. Printable ready index tabs can be custom printed on your printer for organizing.

Plain Tab Index Dividers

Made of poly, plastic and paper options in both colors and plain white for all your file indexing needs. Blank dividers with options in three, five or eight tabs.

Hole Punches

Single, double and 3-hole punches for personal or heavy-duty office and school use. Brand names including Swingline, Bostitch, Universal, Master and Business Source.