---
type: faq
title: "What is the safe zone (safe margin)?"
description: "The safe zone, also called the safe margin, is the area inside the trim line, usually about 1/8 inch, where you keep all important content. Anything within"
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tags: ["Printing Terms Glossary", "faq"]
timestamp: 2026-07-20T18:54:40.856Z
---

# What is the safe zone (safe margin)?

The safe zone, also called the safe margin, is the area inside the trim line, usually about 1/8 inch, where you keep all important content. Anything within

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