What Is PDF Bleed? A Figma Guide to Bleed and Crop Marks

Bleed is the part of an image or background that extends beyond the final trimmed page. It gives the printer extra artwork to cut through, helping prevent thin unprinted edges if the paper shifts slightly during trimming.

Crop marks indicate where a printed sheet should be trimmed to the finished page size. They are production guides and are usually placed outside the finished artwork area.

Use the measurement specified by your print provider. The required amount can differ by printer, product, and finishing method, so do not rely on a universal value. Extend background colors and edge-to-edge images into the bleed area, while keeping important text and logos safely inside the trim.

Select the frames in Turbo PDF Exporter & CompressorTurbo PDF Exporter & Compressor, enter the bleed amount requested by the printer, and enable crop marks if needed. Review the finished PDF and confirm the setup with the print provider before production.