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Printable writing paper (wide lines for letters and stories)

Plain, generous lines for writing letters, stories and journal entries by hand, with room at the top for a title or the date.

You're making Wide ruled lined paper – US Letter
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Extra wide 12 mm lines for early writers. With margin A red margin line on the left. Name and date Fields at the top for school.

What prints with the starting settings

Specifications of Wide ruled lined paper – US Letter, as set when the page opens; the notes under the preview follow your changes
PaperUS Letter — 215.9 × 279.4 mm (8.5 × 11 in)
Line spacing8.73 mm = 0.344″
RulingWide ruled
Writing lines on this page25
Margins1/2″
Line weight0.18 mm (bold 0.35 mm)
Print settingScale 100% / Actual size
Print at 100%. In the print dialog choose Scale 100% or Actual size (not “Fit to page”) and margins None. Grids measuring a few percent small? Calibrate your printer once and every download is corrected.
Printable wide ruled lined paper – US Letter — preview of the PDF
Wide ruled lined paper – US Letter, rendered by the same engine that makes the PDF.

Paper for writing by hand

Sometimes you just want plain lined paper that looks good: for a letter to a grandparent, a thank-you note, a creative writing assignment or a daily journal. This sheet has wide, even lines with a clear space at the top for a title, a greeting or the date, and no holes or clutter.

Make it yours

  • Spacing: wide (8.7 mm) by default, extra wide for early writers, or any spacing you like.
  • Margin: add a red margin line for school work.
  • Colour: change the line colour, or print on cream paper for a stationery look.
  • Fields: add Name and Date for classroom use.

Printing tips

Print at 100% on Letter or A4. For a matching envelope, see our envelope templates. For handwriting practice with midlines, use handwriting paper.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best line spacing for writing letters?

Wide rule, 11/32 inch (8.7 mm), suits most adult handwriting and looks relaxed on a letter. Extra-wide spacing of about 12 mm suits young children and anyone writing with a broad pen.

Can I add a picture box for kids' stories?

Yes. Use primary story paper, which has a drawing space above handwriting lines.

Can I print it on coloured paper?

Yes. Load cream or pastel paper for stationery; the lines print in pale blue or any colour you choose in the advanced options.

Is there room at the top for an address or a date?

Yes. There are 30 mm (about 1 3/16 inches) of space above the first line, room for your address, the date and a greeting. Change Space above first line to make it larger or smaller.

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