Graph paper
A millimeter grid with heavier lines every 5 mm and every 1 cm.
1 A4 page
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Tip: in the print window choose "Actual size" (100%) so the spacing is exact. The page is A4; on US Letter paper, choose "Fit to page" if exact spacing does not matter.
Graph paper is used for drawing graphs in math and science, for planning rooms and gardens to scale, and for technical drawings. The fine lines mark every millimeter, and a heavier line every 5 and 10 millimeters makes counting easier.
For the most accurate measurements, print at actual size (100%). You can print the paper in the classic teal color or in gray, which saves color ink.
Frequently asked questions
Is the paper accurate enough to measure with?
At 100% the measurements are very close to a millimeter, but every printer is slightly different. For exact technical drawing, use pre-printed graph paper.
What is the difference between graph paper and grid paper?
On grid paper every square is 5 mm or larger. Graph paper has a grid of one millimeter, with heavier lines every 5 and 10 mm.
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