Chinese character grid PDF generator (Tianzige / Mizhige)

Generate Tianzige/Mizhige grids for Chinese writing practice in millimeters.

Adjust columns, rows, cell size, major intervals, and line colors. Reuse settings with SVG/CSV or shareable URLs.

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Adjust Tianzige/Mizhige for your practice

Switch between Tianzige (cross) and Mizhige (cross + diagonals), and tune bold lines and opacity.

Use the millimeter SVG preview, then print or save to PDF.

Settings

Common settings
Grid
Header
Footer
Lines and text

Presets & output

Selecting a preset updates the settings (typing refreshes automatically).

Preview

Use the millimeter SVG preview to check Tianzige/Mizhige balance.

How it's generated

    Usage tips

    Print at 100% (actual size). Turn on the 50 mm calibration box to verify the scale.

    Tianzige uses only the center cross; Mizhige adds diagonals. Choose based on your practice goals.

    Share copies a URL with the settings so classmates can reproduce the same layout.

    Prepare character practice grids for handwriting

    Use this generator to make Tianzige, Mizhige, and related character grids with cell sizes and guide lines that match the learner and writing tool.

    How it works

    Choose the grid style, paper size, margins, cell size, and guide-line strength. The preview shows how the practice cells will sit on the page before you export or print.

    When to use

    Use it for handwriting drills, stroke-order practice, vocabulary sheets, calligraphy warmups, and classroom handouts where consistent character boxes matter.

    Common mistakes to avoid

    Interpretation and worked example

    For beginner handwriting, start with a larger cell size and clear center guide lines. Print one test page at 100% scale, then adjust guide strength and margins before making a full worksheet set.

    See also

    FAQ

    Which should I use, Tianzige or Mizhige?

    Tianzige is enough if you only need the center cross. Mizhige adds diagonals for angle practice.

    How do I remove bold lines?

    Set the major interval to 0 to remove bold lines.

    What cell size should I use?

    15 mm is standard, and 20 mm works well for beginners. Increase the cell size if writing feels tight.

    What should I enter first?

    Start with the minimum required inputs shown above the calculate button, then keep optional settings at their defaults for a first pass. After getting a baseline, change one parameter at a time so you can explain which assumption moved the output.

    How precise are the results?

    The calculator keeps internal precision and rounds only for display. Small differences can still appear if another tool uses different constants, period conventions, or rounding rules. Align assumptions before comparing final values.