Bleed Calculator
Calculate the final size of your print design with bleed. Get exact dimensions in inches, millimeters, and pixels at 300 DPI.
Select Measurement Unit
Final printed width (without bleed)
Final printed height (without bleed)
Extra space around your design (added on all sides)
Size Visualization
Final Size (with Bleed)
This is the size you should create in your design software (Figma, Illustrator, etc.)
Pixels at 300 DPI
Use these pixel dimensions when creating frames in Figma for print-ready designs.
Calculation Formula:
What is Bleed?
Bleed is the extra area around your design that extends beyond the final trim size. It ensures that when the printed piece is cut to size, there are no white edges if the cut is slightly off-center.
Standard bleed is 0.125 inches (1/8") or 3mm. Your design should extend into this bleed area with background colors or images—never place important text or elements in the bleed zone.
- • Bleed Area: Extra space for cutting tolerance
- • Trim Line: Where the final piece will be cut
- • Safe Zone: Keep important text/logos here (0.125" inside trim)
How to Use This Calculator
Enter Trim Size
Input your final printed size (the size after cutting). Choose inches or millimeters based on your preference.
Set Bleed Amount
Enter your bleed amount or use the quick presets. Standard bleed is 0.125" (1/8 inch) or 3mm.
Get Final Dimensions
Instantly see the final size with bleed and pixel dimensions at 300 DPI for creating your design in Figma.
Understanding Bleed, Trim, and Safe Zones
Bleed Zone (Red)
The bleed area is the extra space around your design that extends beyond the final cut line. Background colors, patterns, and images should extend into this area. If the cutting is slightly off-center, you won't have white edges.
Trim Line (Blue)
The trim line (also called cut line) is where your printed piece will be cut to its final size. This is the actual size of your finished product. The area outside the trim line will be cut off during finishing.
Safe Zone (Green)
The safe zone (also called margin or live area) is the area inside the trim line where all important content should be placed. Keep text, logos, and critical design elements at least 0.125" (3mm) inside the trim line to prevent them from being cut off.
Common Print Sizes with Standard Bleed (0.125")
| Print Item | Trim Size | Size with Bleed | Pixels (300 DPI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Card | 3.5" × 2" | 3.75" × 2.25" | 1125 × 675 px |
| Postcard | 6" × 4" | 6.25" × 4.25" | 1875 × 1275 px |
| Flyer (Letter) | 8.5" × 11" | 8.75" × 11.25" | 2625 × 3375 px |
| A4 Paper | 210 × 297 mm | 216 × 303 mm | 2551 × 3579 px |
| Poster (Small) | 18" × 24" | 18.25" × 24.25" | 5475 × 7275 px |
Bleed Design Best Practices
✅ DO's
- •Extend background colors and images into the bleed area
- •Keep all text and logos at least 0.125" inside the trim line
- •Use high-resolution images (300 DPI minimum)
- •Add crop marks to show where to cut
- •Request a proof print before full production
❌ DON'Ts
- •Don't place important text in the bleed zone
- •Don't place logos right on the trim line
- •Don't use white borders instead of extending backgrounds
- •Don't ignore your printer's specific bleed requirements
- •Don't forget to convert to CMYK for print
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