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The size of the Flag is determined by the exposed height of the flagpole from which it is flying. The only consideration is for the flag to be in proper proportion to its pole. Flags which fly from angled poles on homes and those which are displayed on standing poles in offices and other indoor displays are usually either 3' x 5' or 4' or 6'. Color guards usually carry flags measuring 4' or 6'. Other recommended sizes are shown in the following table (or figure 25% of the height of the flagpole, from the ground, as the correct length for the flag):
| Flagpole Height (ft.) | Flag Size (ft.) | |
| 20 | 4 x 6 | |
| 25 | 5 x 8 | |
| 40 | 6 x 10 | |
| 50 | 8 x 12 | |
| 60 | 10 x 15 | |
| 70 | 12 x 18 | |
| 90 | 15 x 25 | |
| 125 | 20 x 30 | |
| 200 | 30 x 40 | |
| 250 | 40 x 50 |
More ratios for the mathematically inclined:
Hoist (width) of flag - 1.0
Fly (length) of flag - 1.9
Hoist (width) of union - 0.5385 (7/13)
Fly (length) of union - 0.76
Width of stripe - 0.07969 (1/13)
Diameter of star - 0.0616
See also "Frequently Asked Questions"
