Shareable Graph Paper Links
Every configuration in the generator produces a unique URL that encodes the entire grid — paper size, spacing, colors, margins, everything. Copy the link and anyone can open the exact same paper on any device, instantly. No signup, no account, no servers.
How shareable links work
- The generator saves your full configuration into the URL hash (after the # symbol).
- When someone visits the link, the generator decodes the hash and rebuilds the same paper on their screen.
- The link works on any device with a browser — desktop, tablet, or phone.
- Because the configuration is in the URL, no server stores your settings — your data stays private.
How to share a grid
- Configure the paper exactly how you want it.
- Click the Share button — the URL is copied to your clipboard.
- Paste the URL into email, Slack, a message, or a document.
- The recipient clicks the link and sees the same paper, ready to print or edit.
Good uses for shareable links
- Teachers sending a specific grid layout to a class.
- Tabletop GMs sharing a hex map template with a group.
- Engineers passing a custom dimensioned grid to a colleague.
- Anyone who wants to bookmark a favorite paper for next time.
Frequently asked questions
How does the shareable link work?
The full configuration is encoded into the URL hash with base64. When the link is opened, the generator decodes the hash and recreates the exact paper.
Do I need an account?
No. There are no accounts, signups, or servers. The link itself contains everything needed to recreate the paper.
Does the recipient need an account?
No. Anyone with the link can open the paper. No login required.
Will the link still work in the future?
Yes. The encoding is stable across versions, so links continue to work as the generator evolves.
Can I bookmark a configuration?
Yes — bookmark the URL after clicking Share and it will recreate the same paper next time you visit.