Prepress Technician how-to

How to Explain Bleed to a Customer

Clear explanations save time.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Clear explanations save time. In short: explain; show; give, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Explain trim tolerance.

  2. Show an example.

  3. Give the bleed size.

  4. Explain the safe zone.

  5. Send a template.

  6. Confirm.

Safety reminders for prepress technicians

  • Handle plate chemicals carefully
  • Use ergonomic setups
  • Protect customer files
  • Take screen breaks

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