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.

Specifications

5mm Graph Paper specifications
Paper sizeA4 (210 × 297 mm)
OrientationPortrait
Spacing5 mm
Paper typeGraph
Marginsmall (8 mm)
Line colorLight gray
Line thicknessThin
File typePDF (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.