Add Bleed Marks to PDF in Adobe Illustrator


Question

What is the easiest way to add Bleed Marks to a PDF in Adobe Illustrator?

Answer

  1. Open the document in Adobe Illustrator.
  2. Select File -> Document setup.
  3. Set all Bleed parameters to 0.125" (1/8”).
    • The red box around the images is the bleed.
  4. Enlarge images to meet the bleed box edge.
    • Hold the shift key while adjusting the bounding box to maintain proportions.
  5. File -> Save As. Set format to Adobe PDF.
  6. Select Save.
  7. Select Marks and Bleeds in the side menu.
  8. In the Marks section, Select Trim Marks.
  9. Set Bleed to Use Document Bleed Settings.
  10. Select Save as PDF.