Blank Guitar Chord Chart: uses, sizes and printing tips
A sheet of blank guitar chord diagrams — six strings, five frets, a thick nut line and a line above each box for the chord name. Fill in dots for fingers to build your own chord library, song sheets or lesson handouts.
How to print it
- Choose the paper size (US Letter, A4, Legal, A5 or Half Letter) and portrait or landscape — the page updates as you change settings.
- Choose staff paper, grand staff, guitar or bass tab, staff + tab, or chord diagrams, then the number of staves and the staff size.
- Add a title or a name/date header if you want, or keep the page plain.
- Click Print / Save as PDF. In the print dialog choose “Actual size” (100%) and turn off “Headers and footers”.
Tips
- Write the fret number next to the first fret line for chords played higher up the neck.
- Bigger staves are easier for beginners and for writing by hand; small staves fit more music per page.
- Barlines are drawn at both ends of every staff so each line reads as a complete system.
FAQ
How do I read a chord box?
Vertical lines are strings (low E on the left), horizontal lines are frets, and the thick top line is the nut. Dots show where fingers go; write X or O above a string for muted or open.
Can I make diagrams for other instruments?
Yes — choose 4 strings (ukulele, bass mandolin) or 5 strings (banjo).
Is the staff paper free to copy for my students?
Yes. Print as many copies as you need for your class, studio or choir.
Is it free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up and no download. Change the settings, print it or save it as a PDF, and bookmark the address — your settings are stored in the link.
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