The area of the bag that can be printed varies for different bag styles. In most cases, allowing for an inch margin from sides, bottom, and from handles, works best.

Below are specific standard margin requirements for different bag types. Click bag images for larger version.

Wave Top Bags

5" from top of bag (top of handle)
1" from sides
1/2" from bottom

T-Shirt Bags

7" from top of bag (top of handle)
1/2" from sides
1/2" from bottom

Die-Cut Handle Merchandise Bags

3.5" from top of bag
1/2" from sides
1/2" from bottom

Patch Handle Bags

4" from top of bag
1" from sides
1/2" from bottom

Fold-Over Die-Cut Handle Bags

3.5" from top of bag
1" from sides
1/2" from bottom

Soft Loop Handle Bags

3.5" from top of bag (Bag size does not include handles)
1" from sides
1/2" from bottom

Litter Bags

4" from top of bag (top of handle)
1" from sides
1/2" from bottom