February 1, 2026

If you’re trying to choose the best cardstock for printing MTG proxy cards, you’re usually chasing one thing: a deck that shuffles, stacks, and handles like the real deal. Most proxy print disappointments aren’t caused by the art— they’re caused by stock choices (and sometimes cutting). This guide breaks cardstock down into the stuff that […]

If you want print-ready MTG proxies, your file settings matter more than your feelings. (Ask me how i know.) A proxy can have the coolest alt art in the world, but if the text is soft, the cut is off, or the border gets shaved, you’re going to notice every single time you draw it.