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type: faq
title: "What are the bleed requirements for retractable banners?"
description: "Extend retractable banner art past the trim and add extra image area top and bottom, since part of the print wraps into the stand hardware itself."
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/banners/what-are-the-bleed-requirements-for-retractable-banners
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    title: "What are the bleed requirements for retractable banners?"
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# What are the bleed requirements for retractable banners?

Set up retractable banner artwork at full size and extend the design past the trim edge so there are no white borders. Add bleed beyond the trim so the print reaches every edge Keep important text and logos in from the edges, inside the safe area Include extra image area at the top and bottom, since part of the print wraps into the stand hardware Get the exact bleed and template for your chosen stand from your printer

Extend retractable banner art past the trim and add extra image area top and bottom, since part of the print wraps into the stand hardware itself.

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