Graph Paper Maker

Make printable graph paper at an exact scale you control: set the square size in millimetres or inches, choose the line weight, and pick a line colour. Preview the grid on the page, then download a print-ready PDF in A4 or US Letter so every square measures true. Free, no sign-up.

Make free printable graph paper with squares at the exact size you set, in millimetres or inches. Choose the grid spacing, line weight and colour, then download a PDF that prints to scale so every square measures true. Useful for maths and plotting graphs, floor plans and pixel art, or any grid paper you want at a specific square size.

  • Live preview before you print
  • 100% free
  • No sign-up, no app
  • A4 and US Letter
  • Works offline after first load
Read the guide: How to Print Graph Paper at the Correct Scale

Print at 100% scale so each square measures exactly 5 mm.

Live preview

How to use it

  1. 1

    Set the square size

    Enter the grid spacing in millimetres or inches, such as 5 mm or a quarter inch.

  2. 2

    Style the lines

    Choose a thin or bold line weight and a colour, from faint grey to solid black.

  3. 3

    Preview and download

    Check the preview, download the PDF, and print at 100% so the squares stay exact.

When it comes in handy

Maths and science

Plot graphs and functions on accurate squares for homework, exams and lab work.

Design and drawing

Sketch floor plans, patterns and pixel art on a grid that is true to scale.

Engineering

Work out layouts and measurements where the square size has to be reliable.

Live preview & 100% in your browser

The PDF is built right here in your browser, sized to the exact page you choose. Nothing you type is sent to a server, there is no sign-up and no limit, and once the page has loaded it keeps working even with no connection.

Frequently asked questions

How do I print graph paper at the correct scale?
Choose the square size you want, download the PDF, and in the print dialog set scaling to 100% or Actual size rather than fit to page. Pick the same paper size you chose here. After printing, measure one square with a ruler to confirm it matches before you rely on it.
Can I choose millimetres or inches for the squares?
Yes. Switch the unit and enter any spacing you like, such as 5 mm for standard metric graph paper or a quarter inch for the common imperial grid. The preview and the PDF both use the exact size you set.
What square size should I use for graph paper?
The 5 mm grid is the standard for metric maths paper, and a quarter inch is the usual imperial choice. Use 1 cm squares for younger children or bigger diagrams, and a finer 2 mm grid for detailed plotting. Set whichever size the task needs here.

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