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Dot Paper Letter (8.5 x 11 inch) portrait, 1cm, gray lines
Minimalist dots perfect for bullet journaling, creative layouts, and flexible note-taking. The subtle dot pattern provides guidance without overwhelming your content. This light gray variant offers minimal distraction for creative work and sketching.
Why Choose Dot Grid Paper?
- • Perfect for bullet journaling and planning
- • Clean, minimalist appearance
- • Flexible layout for creative spreads
- • Easy to draw straight lines and shapes
- • Dots fade into background when writing
- • Ideal for habit trackers and calendars
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About This Graph Paper
Template Overview
This dot paper template features bold, clear spacing of 1cm (10mm) on North American letter size in portrait orientation. The 215.9×279.4mm format provides optimal space for your specific needs while maintaining professional quality.
Also known as: This 1cm dot paper is also referred to as 10mm, centimeter, 1 centimeter grid paper. All these terms describe the same spacing measurement.
Each grid line is precisely positioned to ensure accuracy in your drawings, calculations, or designs. This configuration is optimized for both professional and educational use.
Perfect For
Specifications
| Grid Type | Dot Paper |
| Paper Size | LETTER (215.9 × 279.4 mm, 8.5 × 11 inch) |
| Orientation | portrait |
| Grid Spacing | 1cm (10mm) |
| Margins | 10mm |
| Line Weight | 0.5 pt |
| File Formats | PNG, PDF (Print) |
Why Choose This Configuration?
Paper Size Benefits
LETTER paper is the North American standard, ideal for US-based projects and printing. The portrait orientation maximizes the usable area for your specific needs.
Spacing Advantages
1cm (10mm) spacing strikes the perfect balance between precision and usability. This larger spacing is perfect for bold designs and easy visibility.
Printing & Export Tips
For Best Results:
- • Set printer to "Actual Size" or "100%" - avoid "Fit to Page"
- • Use high-quality paper (80gsm or higher) for best results
- • Check print preview to ensure grid alignment
- • Print a test page first to verify scaling
- • Ensure dots are clearly visible but not too bold
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dot paper used for?
Dot Paper is primarily used for minimalist dots perfect for bullet journaling and creative layouts. It's especially popular among professionals and students who need precise alignment and measurement guides.
Why choose 1cm (10mm) spacing?
1cm (10mm) spacing provides an optimal balance between detail and usability. It's fine enough for precise work while remaining clear and easy to follow.
Can I print this on LETTER paper?
Yes, this template is specifically designed for LETTER paper (215.9×279.4mm). Make sure your printer is set to LETTER size and "Actual Size" scaling.
Is this template free to use?
Absolutely! This dot paper template is completely free to download, print, and use for personal, educational, or commercial purposes.
What file formats are available?
You can download this template as a high-resolution PNG image or print it directly to PDF. Both formats maintain the precise grid measurements.
Is 1cm the same as 10mm grid spacing?
Yes, 1cm equals 10mm. This grid paper has squares that are exactly 1 centimeter (or 10 millimeters) on each side. Both terms refer to the same measurement.
What's the difference between 1cm and 5mm grid paper?
1cm grid paper has larger squares (10mm × 10mm) compared to 5mm grid paper. The 1cm spacing is ideal for larger drawings and calculations, while 5mm is better for detailed work.
Technical Details
Print Quality
- • Grid lines positioned with ±0.1mm accuracy
- • Optimized for 300 DPI printing
- • 0.5pt lines for optimal visibility
File Information
- • RGB color space for digital use
- • CMYK compatible for professional printing
- • Compatible with all major PDF readers