Make an A0 or A1 research poster in your browser, check it is ready to print, then download a free PDF with no watermark. Your work saves in this browser as you type. No sign-up needed.

Already made your poster in PowerPoint or Canva?

Check it here before you print. We look at the page size, text size, image sharpness and length. Your file stays on your computer.

How to make your poster

  1. Pick a size and layout. Choose A0 or A1, portrait or landscape, and a layout with 2, 3 or 4 columns.
  2. Add your content. Type your title, authors and sections. Add charts, photos, tables, key numbers, your logos and a QR code that links to your paper or email.
  3. Read the print check. It flags text that is too small, blurry images, too many words and anything that does not fit.
  4. Download or print. Download a free PDF at the exact size, or press Print this poster to send it straight to your basket.

What the print check looks at

  • Text size: at least 24 pt on A0 and 18 pt on A1, so people can read it from about 1.5 metres.
  • Image quality: 150 DPI or more at printed size is sharp; under 100 DPI will look blurry.
  • Length: most research posters work best with 300 to 800 words.
  • Fit and margins: every section fits on the page and stays well inside the edge.
  • Contrast and sections: text stands out from its background, and the usual sections are there.

Frequently asked questions

Is the poster maker really free?

Yes. You can make and download as many posters as you like. There is no account, no watermark and no charge for the PDF.

Where is my poster saved?

In your web browser on this device. It stays there when you come back, but clearing your browser data removes it, so download the PDF to keep a copy. Very large images may not auto-save; your text always does.

Which sizes can I make?

A0 (84.1 × 118.9 cm) and A1 (59.4 × 84.1 cm), in portrait or landscape. The PDF is made at the exact size, ready for printing.

Which font should I choose?

Lato is clean and modern. Arimo, Carlito and Tinos look like Arial, Calibri and Times New Roman, which many universities and NHS teams use. The font is built into your PDF, so it prints exactly as you see it.

Can I use symbols like µ, ± and °?

Yes: µ, ±, °, ² and ³ all work. Greek letters such as alpha and beta are not supported yet, so write them as words. The print check tells you if a symbol cannot be printed.

Can you print it for me?

Yes. Press Print this poster, choose satin or matte paper and add it to your basket. An A0 poster is £34.99 and A1 is £29.99, with free UK delivery. Order before 12PM for same-day printing.