Why do you need bleed in printing?
Bleed is the margin needed for the cutting process. When preparing a file for printing, we allow the design to "bleed" around 3mm from the page. This ensures that the design extends fully to the edge without any unwanted white borders after cutting.
Crop marks
Crop marks indicate where the document should be cut. This is essential because print production cannot achieve 0.1mm precision when cutting. Crop marks ensure that the print is cut at the right spot, resulting in a more professional final product.
White borders
If you don't include bleed in a document, there's a high chance that a white border will appear around the design. We certainly don’t want that, as it can disrupt the appearance of your print and look unprofessional. Using bleed completely eliminates this issue.
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