Lined Paper Printable Generator

About Lined Paper Printables

Lined paper (also known as ruled paper) is writing paper with printed horizontal lines that serve as guides for neat, even, and consistent handwriting. Different line spacings are used for different purposes and by different age groups.

Types of Lined Paper

College Ruled Paper (7.1 mm spacing) is commonly used by students in high school and college, featuring narrower ruled lines that allow more text per page.

Wide Ruled Paper (8.7 mm spacing) is typically used by younger students or those who write with larger handwriting. The wider spacing provides more room between lines.

Narrow Ruled Paper (6.3 mm spacing) offers even more lines per page for those who write with small handwriting or need to fit more content on a single page.

Uses for Printable Lined Paper

Our free printable lined paper templates are perfect for:

• School assignments and note-taking
• Handwriting practice for students
• Journal and diary entries
• Letter writing
• To-do lists and planning
• Poetry and creative writing

Printing Tips

For best results when printing your lined paper:

• Use a quality printer with sufficient ink levels
• Select "Actual Size" in your print settings (avoid "Fit to Page")
• Use paper weight appropriate for your needs (20-24 lb for standard use)
• For double-sided printing, choose a heavier paper weight to prevent ink bleed-through