Fix OneNote A5 Paper Size Not Showing in Android App
Question details
Users are unable to see or configure A5 page boundaries in the OneNote Android application, despite setting these dimensions on the desktop version.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Viewing, editing, or printing notes that require specific physical page dimensions, such as A5 paper, on a mobile device.
- Observed behavior
- The OneNote Android app displays pages as infinite canvases without showing visible A5 paper boundaries or providing a menu to change paper size.
Verify that your notes are fully synced across devices, and ensure you have access to a desktop computer running OneNote if you need to enforce strict page boundaries.
Configure Page Dimensions Using OneNote for Windows
Since the Android app lacks a page size feature, you must use the desktop version to set strict paper boundaries like A5.
The OneNote Android application is designed around an infinite canvas model and does not natively support physical paper size configuration. To enforce standard page sizes, you must manage your notebooks through the Windows desktop client.
Launch the OneNote desktop application on your Windows computer and navigate to the notebook and specific page you want to resize.
Click on the 'View' tab located on the top ribbon menu, then click on 'Paper Size' to open the formatting pane on the right side of the screen.
In the Paper Size pane, click the 'Size' dropdown menu and select 'A5'. You can also adjust print margins and save this as a template for future pages.
Allow the notebook to sync with your Microsoft account. While the Android app will not visually display the physical boundaries, the text limits will be respected when printing or exporting from a desktop device.
Submit a Feature Request to Microsoft
Let Microsoft developers know you need the Paper Size feature brought to the OneNote Android application.
Switch to WPS Office for Advanced Mobile Formatting
Frustrated by the mobile app limitations for document formatting? WPS Office offers a comprehensive, lightweight suite with full page layout features on Android, allowing you to seamlessly edit and view standard paper sizes like A5 directly on your phone.
- 1. Install the App: Download and install WPS Office for free from the Google Play Store on your Android device.
- 2. Open a Document: Create a new blank document in WPS Writer or open an existing Microsoft Word file.
- 3. Set Paper Size: Tap the Tools menu at the bottom, navigate to the 'View' or 'Page Setup' options, and select A5 paper size to see accurate boundaries immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my OneNote page look endless on Android?
The OneNote Android app utilizes an infinite canvas design to make endless note-taking easier on small screens. It currently lacks the feature to display specific paper sizes, such as A5, or restrict the visual boundaries.
Will setting the page size to A5 on PC affect my Android notes?
Yes, but only in the background. While you will not see the A5 boundaries visually when typing on the Android app, the underlying layout rules are retained. If you later print or export the page from a desktop computer, it will properly format to A5 size.
Can I print an A5 OneNote page directly from my Android phone?
Because OneNote for Android doesn't natively recognize or display physical page boundaries, attempting to print directly from the mobile app may result in unpredictable formatting and clipped text. It is highly recommended to print your A5 notes from the desktop application.
