How big is the spacing on this page?
1/2 in (12.7 mm). 15 x 19 squares on Letter with 1/2 in (12.7 mm) margins.
1/2 Inch Graph Paper
Free printable 1/2 inch graph paper with 15 x 19 squares on Letter. Change the color, line weight, spacing, paper size, and margins. Download a vector PDF that prints at actual size.
15 x 19 squares (285 total), 7.5 x 9.5 in grid
Paper sizes:
Grid Specifications
| Spacing | 1/2 in (12.7 mm) |
|---|---|
| Grid | 15 x 19 squares (285 total) |
| Grid area | 7.5 x 9.5 in (190.5 x 241.3 mm) |
| Heavier lines | none |
| Margins | 1/2 in (12.7 mm) on all sides |
| Paper | Letter, 8.5 x 11 in, portrait |
| Standard | North American, ANSI A |
| Cell ratio | 1:1 (true square) |
| Ink | light gray, thin |
| Footer | label and 1 in scale bar |
Good for
Two squares per inch. Big squares for young students and quick layouts.
- Math homework and graphing
- Floor plans and room layouts
- Pixel art and cross-stitch charts
- Garden planning
- Scale drawings and diagrams
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 line weight?
Yes. Use the color and line weight 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 is engineering graph paper?
Five squares per inch with a heavier line every inch.