5 mm graph paper
Measured square grids for math, sketches, and plans.
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Measured for your page
Measured square grids for math, sketches, and plans. The base spacing is 5 mm. Use the downloaded PDF at 100% scale to keep that measurement exact.
- Paper dimensions
- 8.5 × 11 in
- Base spacing
- 5 mm
- Safe margin
- At least 12.7 mm
- Complete squares
- 38 across × 50 down
- Grid area
- 190 × 250 mm
Choose your grid
Data and layout updated 2026-10-02. Sources & font licenses
Before you print
How big is each grid space?
The selected base spacing is 5 mm. Square grids use that exact side length. Isometric spacing is the horizontal triangle edge; hexagonal spacing is the width across opposite vertices.
How can I keep the grid measurements exact?
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Can I change the paper or orientation?
Yes. Letter, A4, Legal, and A5 are available in portrait and landscape. The printable is redrawn for the size you choose.
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