Is the GRID under a Cutting Mat useful?..

[Sven]

I'm just trying to decide if it's worth it to order a grid (or print one eventually) with my new cutting mat. What do you use it for? Thanks..

 

[GP]

Yes. We use it all the time for eyeballing initial alignment for mounting prints with bleeds.

 

[bob]

I'm just trying to decide if it's worth it to order a grid (or print one eventually) with my new cutting mat. What do you use it for? Thanks..

I couldn't imagine not having a grid on any cutting mat I own. It's infinitely useful for informal alignment and measurement.

Make sure that whatever grid you get has inch [or whatever you use in your village] marks on all four sides. Very handy for lopping off lengths of material.

 

[rjssigns]

Grids are a good tool. Mine is separate from the mat. Did that years ago. Now I just get the cheap clear 4' x 8' mats. Ta-da!

 

[Sven]

Grids are a good tool. Mine is separate from the mat. Did that years ago. Now I just get the cheap clear 4' x 8' mats. Ta-da!

Where do you get these cheap clear mats?