How big is the spacing on this page?
1/2 in (12.7 mm). 16 x 26 dots on Legal with 1/2 in (12.7 mm) margins.
1/2 Inch Dot Grid Paper on Legal
Free printable 1/2 inch dot grid paper on legal with 16 x 26 dots on Legal. Change the color, line weight, spacing, paper size, and margins. Download a vector PDF that prints at actual size.
16 x 26 dots (416 total), 7.5 x 12.5 in grid
Paper sizes:
Grid Specifications
| Spacing | 1/2 in (12.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Grid | 16 x 26 dots (416 total) |
| Grid area | 7.5 x 12.5 in (190.5 x 317.5 mm) |
| Margins | 1/2 in (12.7 mm) on all sides |
| Paper | Legal, 8.5 x 14 in, portrait |
| Standard | North American |
| Cell ratio | 1:1 (true square) |
| Ink | gray, medium dots |
| Footer | label and 1 in scale bar |
Good for
Two dots per inch. Large spacing for early math, dot games, and big diagrams.
- Bullet journals and planners
- Sketching and hand lettering
- Wireframes and UI diagrams
- Geometry and area activities
- Dot games and creative layouts
Print at actual size
- Open the PDF in your browser or PDF reader.
- In the print dialog, set scale to 100% or Actual size.
- Do not use Fit to page. It shrinks the grid.
- Measure the scale bar in the footer (1 in or 2 cm) with a ruler to confirm the print size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it print at the right size?
It will if you print at 100% or Actual size. Fit to page shrinks it. The footer has a 1 in scale bar you can check with a ruler.
Can I print it on A4 or other sizes?
Yes. Pick a size from the size links on this page or in the controls.
Can I change the color or dot size?
Yes. Use the color and dot size controls, then download.
Can I get more than one page in the PDF?
Yes. Set the page count up to 50 before you download.
Is it free?
Yes. Free to download and print, with no account.
What dot spacing works for bullet journals?
5 mm spacing is common in dotted notebooks. Our 5 mm A5 page matches that format.