bleed edge
The term "bleed edge" is crucial in printing and design, ensuring that no unprinted edges are visible after trimming.
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Definition
C1Printing
(technical)The area beyond the final trim size of a printed document, ensuring no unprinted edges after cutting.
Example
- Make sure to include a bleed edge in your design to avoid white borders after trimming.
C1Design
(technical)The extended outer margin of a design to ensure the artwork reaches the edge after trimming.
Example
- When creating a flyer, always extend your background color to the bleed edge.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bleed edge":
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