What is 'bleed', and how much should it be?

In printing, "bleed" refers to the extra margin around your design that extends beyond the final cut size. This ensures that your design or background color covers the entire sticker, even if the cutting is slightly off. Typically, a bleed of about 2 mm (0.08 inches) is sufficient.

If your sticker design includes a border, it should also be at least 2 mm (0.08 inches) wide to ensure it looks even and professional after cutting. Including bleed in your design helps avoid any unwanted white edges and ensures a clean, polished final product. The concept of bleed is essential for maintaining the quality and visual appeal of your stickers. Without an adequate bleed, slight variations in cutting could result in unprinted edges, which detract from the overall appearance.

Our design tools and templates include bleed guidelines to help you set up your artwork correctly. For best results, ensure that all important design elements, such as text and logos, are within the safe area and not too close to the edges. This precaution helps prevent any parts of your design from being cut off. If you are unsure about how to set up bleed in your design software, our support team is available to assist you. We are dedicated to helping you achieve professional-quality stickers that meet your exact specifications.