Bleed Guides for Print Layouts

Using Bleed Marks in Print Templates

When exporting print templates, you may need to include bleed marks to ensure designs are cut correctly during printing. The Rechat Plugin makes this easy by adding visual guides directly inside Figma.

1. Select Medium as Print

   • In the Rechat Plugin, choose Print as your medium.

   • Then, select the appropriate layout (e.g., Letter, Tabloid, Postcard).

2. Assign Bleed Marks

   • Enable bleed marks for your frame.

   • The plugin will add a red layout guide with slice marks on top of your frame.

3. Preview the Cut Area

   • The red guide shows exactly where your design will be trimmed after printing.

   • Extend backgrounds and images into the bleed area.

   • Keep text and logos inside the safe zone to avoid cutting issues.

4. Accurate Sizes

   • The plugin uses standard U.S. paper sizes with the correct bleed margins applied.

   • The cut marks are automatically placed so you know precisely where trimming will happen.