# Reverse tuck end

> A reverse tuck end carton has its top and bottom main closure flaps attached to opposite body panels.

Canonical: https://dielinemaker.com/glossary/reverse-tuck-end
Last updated: 2026-10-26

Structures

## What it means in packaging

The two ends therefore tuck in opposite directions. This affects which panel carries each closure and how artwork continues around the carton. The term describes flap orientation, rather than a universal strength advantage.

## A practical example

On a reverse tuck carton, the top main flap may extend from the back panel while the bottom main flap extends from the front.

## What to check

Check the front-panel artwork, opening direction and flap overlaps in the folded proof before finalising graphics.

## Use it in your project

- [Reverse tuck end template](https://dielinemaker.com/dielines/reverse-tuck-end)
- [Place artwork and manage layers](https://dielinemaker.com/learn/artwork-and-layers)

## Related terms

- [Straight tuck end](https://dielinemaker.com/glossary/straight-tuck-end) — A straight tuck end carton has its top and bottom main closure flaps attached to the same body panel.
- [Tuck end](https://dielinemaker.com/glossary/tuck-end) — A tuck end is a carton closure whose main flap has a tongue that slides inside the carton body.
- [Packaging proof](https://dielinemaker.com/glossary/proof) — A packaging proof is a review version used to check a defined aspect of a design before production.

## Related

- [Packaging glossary](https://dielinemaker.com/glossary)