---
type: faq
title: "What is bleed and why do I need it for my business card file?"
description: "Bleed is the extra 0.125 inches of artwork that extends beyond the trim line on every side and gets cut away during production. It exists because cutting h"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/business-cards/what-is-bleed-and-why-do-i-need-it-for-my-business-card-file
tags: ["Business Stationery", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What is bleed and why do I need it for my business card file?

Bleed is the extra 0.125 inches of artwork that extends beyond the trim line on every side and gets cut away during production. It exists because cutting h

Part of the **Business Stationery** hub. See [all faq concepts](index.md).

- Page type: faq
- Hub: Business Stationery
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/business-cards/what-is-bleed-and-why-do-i-need-it-for-my-business-card-file