How big is the spacing on this page?
11/32 in (8.73 mm). 36 lines per page on Legal with 1/2 in (12.7 mm) margins.
Wide Ruled Paper on Legal
Free printable wide ruled paper on legal with 36 lines per page on Legal. Change the color, line weight, spacing, paper size, and margins. Download a vector PDF that prints at actual size.
36 lines per page, 7.5 in line length
Paper sizes:
Grid Specifications
| Spacing | 11/32 in (8.73 mm), wide ruled |
|---|---|
| Grid | 36 lines |
| Grid area | 7.5 in (190.5 mm) line length |
| Margin line | 1.25 in from the left edge |
| Margins | 1/2 in (12.7 mm) on all sides |
| Paper | Legal, 8.5 x 14 in, portrait |
| Standard | North American |
| Ink | light blue lines, pink margin line |
| Footer | label and 1 in scale bar |
Good for
Lines 11/32 inch apart, common for elementary school writing.
- Notes and homework
- Letters and correspondence
- Handwriting and penmanship practice
- Journaling and creative writing
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.
How far apart are college ruled lines?
9/32 inch (7.1 mm). Wide ruled is 11/32 inch (8.7 mm) and narrow ruled is 1/4 inch (6.35 mm).
Does it have a margin line?
Yes, 1.25 inches from the left edge. You can turn it on or off in the controls.