The title safe zone is a guideline in video editing that defines the area of the video frame where text should be placed to ensure it’s visible on all screens, old and new. Anything outside the zone risks being cropped.
Not all displays show the full video frame equally (especially older TVs). Keeping text within the title safe zone guarantees readability and prevents awkwardly cut-off graphics.
Design within the title safe margins (typically 80% of the frame width/height). Most editing software offers overlays to guide placement. Use it to prevent UI overlaps or cut-off text. Even though modern devices crop less, title safe is still an industry standard.
Respect safe margins – Keep all text inside the title safe zone to avoid cropping on older or varied screens.
Check across displays – Test on multiple monitors, TVs, and devices to confirm visibility.
Differentiate from action safe – Use the smaller title safe zone specifically for text and graphics, not general visuals.