Variations
What prints with the starting settings
| Paper | US Letter — 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.5 × 11 in) |
|---|---|
| Margins | 1/2″ |
| Line weight | 0.18 mm (bold 0.35 mm) |
| Print setting | Scale 100% / Actual size |
Trim to an exact size
When you need a card, invitation or art piece of a specific size, the easiest way is to make it slightly too big and trim it. Crop marks show precisely where to cut, without leaving a line on the finished edge. This page prints only the marks, so you can draw, paint, write or print onto it before trimming.
Typical uses
- Hand-drawn cards and artwork that should finish at an exact size.
- Full-bleed colour: paint past the trim area, then cut on the marks for colour right to the edge.
- Printing on top: feed the sheet back into the printer with your own design, then trim.
- Mock-ups: checking how a page layout will look once cut.
Setting the size
The marks follow the page margins. Increase the margins to make the trim area smaller, or choose a smaller paper size such as A5. For a visible frame instead of marks, see blank paper with a border; for multiple pieces per sheet, the index card template.
Printing
Print at 100% / Actual size. Check the trim area with a ruler before trimming important work.
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Frequently asked questions
What are crop marks?
Short L-shaped marks at the corners of the area to keep, showing where the cut lines run. On this page they sit on the trim lines themselves, so cutting along them removes them.
Where are the crop marks on this page?
At the corners of the margin, so the area inside the margins is the trim area. Change the margins in the generator to set a different size.
How do I trim with them?
Line a ruler up with two marks on the same edge and cut with a craft knife or a guillotine, then repeat for the other three edges.
Can I use the page for artwork?
Yes. Draw or paint inside the trim area, letting colour run slightly past it, then trim on the marks for a clean edge.
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