With particle or cross cutting, the documents that you entrust to your device for shredding are cut both lengthwise and crosswise. The size of the resulting particles determines the security level and therefore also the intended use of the device. Compared to a document shredder with a strip cut, the particles not only ensure greater data security as they are more difficult to reconstruct than strips, but they also take up less space in the waste bin as they are more compact. A device with a particle cut is therefore the best choice for both the home and the office if you attach particular importance to data security.