---
type: faq
title: "What is bleed in printing and why does it matter?"
description: "Bleed is the extra 0.125 inches of artwork that extends past the trim line on all sides of your design. Cutting machines can shift slightly during producti"
resource: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/what-is-bleed-in-printing-and-why-does-it-matter
tags: ["Marketing Materials", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What is bleed in printing and why does it matter?

Bleed is the extra 0.125 inches of artwork that extends past the trim line on all sides of your design. Cutting machines can shift slightly during producti

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

- Page type: faq
- Hub: Marketing Materials
- URL: https://www.4over4.com/faqs/general/what-is-bleed-in-printing-and-why-does-it-matter