Printable Lined Paper
Ran out of notebook paper? Print lined paper in wide ruled, college ruled, narrow ruled or extra-wide spacing for young writers — with or without a margin line.
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- No AI — answers are calculated, not guessed
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Example worksheets
Made with this tool — click any example to see it full size.
Choosing a line spacing
- Extra wide (1/2 inch): kindergarten and first grade, or anyone with large handwriting.
- Wide ruled (11/32 inch): the standard for elementary and middle school.
- College ruled (9/32 inch): high school, college and note-taking.
- Narrow ruled (1/4 inch): small handwriting and maximum lines per page.
Learning to form letters? Handwriting paper adds a dashed midline, and the handwriting worksheet maker adds tracing letters.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between wide ruled and college ruled?
Wide ruled lines are 11/32 inch (8.7 mm) apart and are common in elementary school. College ruled lines are 9/32 inch (7.1 mm) apart, fitting more lines per page for older students and adults.
Can I remove the red margin line?
Yes, untick “Red margin line”.
Is there lined paper for kids learning to write?
Yes — choose the extra wide 1/2 inch spacing, or use our handwriting paper with a dashed midline.
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