What bleed do I need for print?

Bleed is extra artwork that extends beyond the trim edge so that any slight movement in cutting doesn't leave a white border.

For many small-format print products, bleed is required beyond the trim edge, but the exact allowance and safe area should come from the live product specification rather than a universal value.

Large-format products can use different bleed, hem, pocket, frame and finishing allowances. Use the confirmed product artwork specification because those production areas vary by construction.

Where the product requires bleed, extend the background artwork beyond the trim rather than adding a separate page. Colour mode and effective image resolution should follow the product and production specification rather than one blanket setting for every print process.

Artwork is checked before production, and obvious bleed or sizing issues are flagged where identified.