in publishing, it is important to define where a printed image appears in relation to the edges of the paper - to do so, the images can be printed on a larger sheet of paper and markers placed on the sheet to show where the corners of the paper will be
Lines near the edges of an image showing portions to be eliminated
Marks made on the outer edges of artwork to designate the area to be printed.
Marks to indicate which portions a photograph or illustration are to be used, and which are to be eliminated.
Limit lines drawn on a photograph or design area, designed to enhance the illustration by eliminating distracting elements or an extraneous background and establishing where the trim lines for printing will occur.
Lines near the margins of artwork or photos indicating where to trim, perforate or fold.
Symbols placed in the margin outside the page area that indicate the area to be printed and/or trimmed after printing.
Lines near the edges of an image indicating portions to be reproduced. Also called cut marks and tick marks.
Markings indicating where cuts should be made e.g. to trim unwanted margins or to separate business cards.
In graphic applications, short, fine lines used for final trimming, showing the trim size of the final printed piece.