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Printable ruler.

Create a printable ruler in centimetres, millimetres or inches with your chosen length and number of copies.

Live preview210 × 297 mm

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Printable ruler

Measurement settings

Long rulers split into numbered strips with a 10 mm overlap.

What can I customize?

Length: 50–500 mm; Copies: 1–6; cm / mm / in.

How do I use this template?

Cut the strips and align equal numbers before attaching them.

What should I check?

Paper edges can bend; support the ruler on flat card for more consistent use.

Three 150 mm rulers provide a small classroom set.

Keep the zero tick exposed when trimming or mounting the scale.

Use these settings: Paper size: A4; Orientation: Portrait; Length: 150 mm; Copies: 3; Measurement units: cm / mm.

Use these settings: Paper size: A4; Orientation: Portrait; Length: 300 mm; Copies: 1; Measurement units: cm / mm + in · 1/16.