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Free Printable Mi Zi Ge Paper (PDF)

Mi Zi Ge (米字格) paper adds diagonal guides to the Tian Zi Ge cross, so every square looks like the character 米. The extra lines make it easier to judge slanted strokes, which is why it is popular for calligraphy.

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What’s on the page

Layout
rows of large squares with cross and diagonal guides
Square size
about 15 mm
Best for
calligraphy, slanted strokes, precise proportions
Paper sizes
US Letter (8.5 × 11 in) and A4
Pages
1

Tips

  • Use the diagonals to check the angle of left- and right-falling strokes.
  • Works with fountain pens, brush pens and pencils.
  • Print a few copies and compare your characters from week to week.

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