Abstract: A cutting machine for trimming three sides of printed products includes blades that are moved up and down in a first cutting station for trimming the front, and in a second cutting station for trimming the top and bottom of the printed products. A transport mechanism is provided for positioning the printed products at adjustable rear stops. The conveying path formed between adjustable stops associated with the cutting stations and the cutting region specified for top and bottom trimming along the conveying path of the printed products are variable.