Adjust Seyes dimensions and colors
Switch from the standard 2 mm + 8 mm Seyes layout to the enlarged 3 mm / 12 mm version.
Use the millimeter SVG preview, then print or save to PDF.
Settings
Presets & output
Selecting a preset updates the settings (typing refreshes automatically).
Preview
Use the millimeter SVG preview to check rule density and margins.
How it's generated
Usage tips
Print at 100% (actual size). Turn on the 50 mm calibration box to verify the scale.
Standard Seyes uses 2 mm / 8 mm, while the enlarged 3 mm / 12 mm layout helps beginners.
Share copies a URL with the settings to reuse the layout for handouts.
How to make Seyes ruled paper
Use this generator to prepare French ruled paper with controlled minor lines, major lines, margin guides, and print scale.
Choose the Seyes spacing
Standard Seyes uses 2 mm minor spacing and an 8 mm major interval. For younger learners, increase the minor spacing while keeping the same visual relationship between guide lines.
Set margin and color
Keep the red margin line when students need a writing boundary. Use the scan-friendly gray option when the paper will be photographed, scanned, or submitted digitally.
Verify the print scale
Turn on the 50 mm calibration box before printing a new layout. Print at 100% scale and measure the box to confirm the line spacing has not been resized.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Mixing a custom vertical spacing with standard Seyes major lines without checking alignment.
- Printing with browser shrink-to-fit enabled.
- Using dark guide colors for worksheets that will be scanned.
- Removing the margin line when the exercise expects a left writing boundary.
See also
FAQ
Can I change the Seyes dimensions?
Yes. Adjust the minor and major spacing, and choose whether the vertical lines match the majors or use a custom spacing.
Can I hide the margin line?
Yes. Turn off the margin line if you do not need it. For note-taking, keeping it on is recommended.
Is there a scan-friendly color option?
Yes. The scan-friendly gray preset keeps lines faint for submissions or scanning.
What Seyes spacing should I use?
Start with 2 mm minor spacing and 8 mm major lines for standard Seyes paper. Increase the scale for beginners who need larger handwriting guides.
How do I check that the PDF printed correctly?
Enable the 50 mm calibration box, print at 100% scale, and measure the box with a ruler before using a new printer or paper size.