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January 10, 2015 in 

Trim is the process of cutting away any excess material from a printed sheet, usually done after the printing process is complete. It is important to trim a printed sheet correctly in order to avoid any unwanted white space or bleed.

Trim is the process of cutting away any excess material from a printed sheet. The purpose of trimming is to create a clean, finished edge on a printed piece.

There are a few different ways to trim a printed sheet. The most common method is to use a paper trimmer. Paper trimmers are handheld or tabletop machines that use a blade to cut through paper.

Another common method for trimming is to use a utility knife. Utility knives are handheld knives that have a sharp, replaceable blade. They are often used for cutting through thicker materials like cardboard and vinyl.

For more delicate trimming jobs, you may need to use a hobby knife. Hobby knives have a very sharp, small blade that is perfect for cutting through thin materials like paper and photo paper.

No matter which method you use, always be very careful when trimming a printed sheet. The blade of a paper trimmer, utility knife, or hobby knife can easily cut through skin, so always use caution when handling these tools.

Once the excess material has been trimmed away, the printed sheet can be used for its intended purpose. Trimming is often used to create flyers, posters, and other marketing materials. It can also be used to create invitations, greeting cards, and other types of paper crafts.

Trim is an important part of the printing process because it ensures that the printed sheet is the correct size. If the trim is not correct, the printed sheet will be the wrong size and will not fit properly into the finished product. Trim also ensures that the printed sheet is straight and has a clean edge.

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