5mm Graph Paper
Five-millimetre graph paper is the metric standard found in exercise books across Europe and Asia. This printable A4 PDF lays down precise 5 mm squares with a soft grey grid — perfect for math, science, data plotting and everyday note-taking.
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Specifications
| Paper size | A4 (210 × 297 mm) |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Portrait |
| Spacing | 5 mm |
| Paper type | Graph |
| Margin | small (8 mm) |
| Line color | Light gray |
| Line thickness | Thin |
| File type | PDF (vector) · PNG |
Frequently asked questions
Is 5mm graph paper the same as 1/4 inch?
Not quite. A 5 mm square is metric; 1/4 inch is 6.35 mm and slightly larger. Choose the 5 mm template when you need exact metric spacing.
What size is this 5mm graph paper?
It defaults to A4 (210 × 297 mm). You can switch to Letter or A5 in the editor.
How do I make sure 5 mm prints as 5 mm?
For a true-to-size grid, print at 100% scale (turn off "Fit to page" or "Shrink oversized pages"). The PDF is built at exact A4, Letter or A5 dimensions, so 5 mm really measures 5 mm on paper.
How many 5 mm squares fit on an A4 page?
With the default margin, roughly 38 squares across and 55 down — about 2,000 squares per sheet.