Printable Square Grid Paper
Square grid paper is useful for plotting, calculations, diagrams, technical sketches, and pixel art. Choose a ready-made metric or inch PDF, or open the generator for custom spacing, colors, and margins.
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A4 5mm square grid paper
Horizontal and vertical lines are spaced 5mm apart, so two squares equal 1cm. The A4 portrait layout is a practical default for schoolwork, calculations, diagrams, and metric sketches.
- Paper
- A4 (210 x 297 mm)
- Orientation
- Portrait
- Spacing
- 5mm
- File
- PDF / PNG
Print at Actual Size or 100% to preserve the 5mm spacing.
Which grid spacing should I choose?
For everyday square grid paper
Use A4 5mm paper for metric work or US Letter 1/4 inch paper for inch-based work. These are the most familiar general-purpose choices.
For larger handwriting
Choose 1cm, 1/2 inch, or 1 inch squares for early math, classroom demonstrations, labels, and layouts that need more writing room.
For accurate printing
Print the PDF at Actual Size or 100%. Avoid Fit to Page when the spacing must remain exact, then check the result with a ruler.
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FAQ
Which square grid paper spacing should I use?
Use 5mm spacing for most math, notes, and technical sketches. Use 1cm spacing for larger handwriting and classroom work, 2mm for fine detail, and 1/4 inch spacing when you need a familiar US graph paper format.
How do I print square grid paper at the correct size?
Print the PDF at Actual Size or 100% scale. Avoid Fit to Page when the grid spacing needs to stay accurate.
Can I customize the color, margins, or line width?
Yes. Open the custom generator from any template card to start with that size, orientation, and spacing, then adjust color, margins, line width, and export format.