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Quarter-inch graph paper.
Four squares to an inch. Download a ¼ inch grid for math assignments, inch-based diagrams and larger handwritten notes.
Choose your paper size
Portrait sheets with 6.35 mm squares, gray lines and at least 15 mm margins. No title, name/date fields or footer.
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Need help choosing? Compare A4 and US Letter.
What is included?
| Format | Page size | Complete squares across × down |
|---|---|---|
| A4 | 210 × 297 mm | 28 × 42 squares |
| US Letter | 215.9 × 279.4 mm | 29 × 39 squares |
The pattern is centered inside the margins. A4 and Letter use the same spacing; the number of squares changes with the page size. All grid lines have the same weight, without bold counting lines.
How big is a quarter-inch square?
One quarter inch is exactly 6.35 mm. Four adjacent squares span 1 inch (25.4 mm), and eight span 2 inches (50.8 mm). These PDFs use that physical spacing on both A4 and US Letter paper.
Is this the same as 5mm graph paper?
No. Quarter-inch squares are 27% wider than 5 mm squares. If your project uses centimeters, 5mm graph paper makes metric measurements easier. Check your assignment before choosing a grid: changing the paper format does not convert inches to millimeters.
Print at the right size
- Download the version matching the paper in your printer.
- Open the PDF and select portrait, Actual size or 100%. Disable Fit, Shrink and multiple pages per sheet.
- Print one test sheet and measure four squares: they should span 1 inch (25.4 mm).
Read the full actual-size printing guide ↗
Common questions
How can I check a quarter-inch print with a ruler?
Measure four complete squares: they should span exactly 1 inch. For a longer check, eight squares should measure 2 inches. Use Actual size or 100% and match the PDF size to the paper in your printer.
Can I add a title, name/date or footer?
Yes. Open this preset in the generator, then enable the optional fields. You can also adjust margins, color, orientation and spacing before exporting a new PDF.
Can I share these sheets with my class?
Yes. You may download, print and photocopy the sheets for personal, classroom and business use. Share this page so others can choose the right paper format.
