# GridMaker — Precise grids + tools to paint

> Precise grid creation tool with painting and image analysis features. (iPhone/iPad app by NNN Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridmaker/id1154310963 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NNN Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/906118789)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 48 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 130 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-08
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridmaker/id1154310963/reviews.md

## What is GridMaker?

Create accurate grids in inches or metric to print or share as PNG, PDF or SVG. Includes Paint Tool with built-in color palettes or add colors to create unlimited custom pallets from images, live camera, color wheel, RGB or HSB codes. Place image behind any grid for analysis or artist grid method.

No ads or tracking.

Purchase includes 3 papers GRID, DIAGONAL, DOT:

— GRID — 
• Set to square or rectangle grid.
• Adjust grid line weight.
Set grids to an exact size — perfect for knitters and crafters!
Up to four line colors on a grid, special feature adds custom line colors.
• Label rows & columns with numbers [1,2,3] or letters [A,B,C] and set starting corner, values, and stepping.
• Label grid axes.
• Place axis and label.
• Add diagonal lines to split grid into half- or quarter- triangles.
• Place a center-dot with adjustable placement.

— DOT (ISOMETRIC) —
• 5 dot styles.
• Set to isometric or rectangular dot pattern.
• Specify exact dot spacing, then connect dots with horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines.
• Place a center-dot anywhere on the page.
• Label rows & columns with numbers [1,2,3] or letters [A,B,C]. Set starting corner.

— DIAGONAL — 
•  Adjust grid line weight.
•  Divide & sub-divide blocks.
 Add spacing between blocks, grid, and center-point.

— InApp PURCHASES —
Add 8 hard-to-find specialty papers. Buy any five papers (or 
purchase the ’All Papers Forever’ BUNDLE) to unlock all papers forever. Credit is given for every purchase so that on purchase of any fifth paper the bundle is instantly added:

Hexagon
Brick
Log-Log & Semi-Log
Polar
Spider
Ancestry
Music
Triangle (Ternary)

— FEATURES OF ALL PAPERS —
√  Paint Tool. Color grid. Make custom color palettes. Add annotations. 
√  Place an image under any grid, then adjust size and placement.
√  Metric (cm or mm) and Inch settings for grid and page size. 
√  Choice of Print Settings for standard papers (such as 8.5x11 or A4) with adjustable margins, or set page at a custom size.
√  Print or share grids as a PDF, PNG or SVG to other apps for further editing — even as templates to laser or pattern cutting machines.
√  Share painted grids as a PNG or PDF. 
√  Work up close using pinch-n-zoom.
√  Show multiple grids on a page with tiling.
√  Up to four grid line colors, special feature adds custom line colors.
√  Title grid with choice of font, size, bold/italic, and color.
√  Place a center-point on several papers.
√  Library of templates (Quick Picks) offer inspiration and a short cut to creating grids.
√  Purchases work on all devices — iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

Don’t see the paper or feature you need? Send an email and we’ll see what we can do!

## Key features

- Customizable grid and dot patterns
- Adjustable line weights and colors
- Row and column labeling
- Image placement for analysis
- Paint tool with custom palettes
- Export as PNG, PDF, SVG

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hexagon Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Log Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Polar Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ancestry Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Brick Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Credit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Credit | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spider Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sheet Music Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Triangle Graph Paper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Credit | $2.99 | one-time |
| Purchase Credit | $0.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #167 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 48)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridmaker/id1154310963/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Has great potential !!

*2026-03-09, version 1.29.5*

Update: I figured it out. Save as paint and then the app will allow more editing 

WISH LIST: 
I want to be able to select and colorize cells or columns or grids. 
Also a copy feature would be great. 

Thank you.

### 1/5 — Can’t draw on it?

*2025-08-27, version 1.29.5*

Can’t draw on it

### 4/5 — Works for me.

*2024-10-21*

I’m drawing and designing needlework stitches, mainly for needlepoint and embroidery. 
This is the only app I’ve found that I’ve found that’s simple enough. 

There used to be some software we could order but it’s no longer available. 

All I need is lines, both straight and curved, and a good range of colors. 
This is the only app I’ve found that fits my needs. 

In fact, this is the only thing I’ve found that even comes close which is very surprising.

### 4/5 — Perfect w/ a suggestion

*2024-06-15, version 1.29.3*

This app was just what I wanted. Perfect, with a caveat. 
I wanted an app to help me in designing, or editing, a Bargello quilt design. This app was a perfect solution. It allowed me to choose the size of grid I wanted (68x108) and to copy or import a picture file onto the grid. The picture underlying the grid let me see that my calculated grid size was off by a few rows AND I was able to adjust the grid to fit the actual “size I need. 
The only suggestions I would make would be to allow the modification of individual rows (horizontally and vertically), and to allow substitution of color to the imported picture; ie from original purple to blue.  This app would be a great addition for quilters.

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2024-05-21, version 1.29.3*

I love this app for all kinds of grid types. I use it for weaving pattern grids, who’s is like pixel art. Being able to add row and column numbers is nice. So many choices!  I recommend this app to anyone that needs regular spaced lines and shapes for their projects

### 5/5 — Excellent for coverting knitting charts

*2022-08-11, version 1.26.0*

This is a brilliant qpp for knitters. Simply set up your grid to match your gauge then import chart image and paint or rebuild in new size & proportions. The hide functions then hide your original image allowing you to export your gauge appropriate chart aa a pdf whicu can be imported into Row Counter app to knit from.

### 1/5 — Don’t Waste Your Time or $

*2022-07-06, version 1.26.0*

The image uploaded makes the image such awful quality. Wanted to use it for grid reference but there’s no way I’d use this app as it is for this. Also the 0.99 is for part of the app not the whole app.

### 2/5 — Cannot delete lines in Paint mode

*2022-04-16, version 1.25.1*

Making the graph paper the size you want is great. If all you want to do is that, this will work great for you. I like to draw out basic designs for cabinets, pantries, etc. for figuring out how to organize a space. There’s no way to erase or undo a line, which unfortunately makes this product useless to me.

### 1/5 — Do not like

*2021-12-16, version 1.25.0*

Cannot use pencil with this app! Found no settings

### 4/5 — Restore a recently deleted

*2021-12-13, version 1.25.0*

I accidentally deleted a grid, and I was wondering if there is a way to restore? It was many an hours of work.

## Frequently asked questions about GridMaker

### What can I create with GridMaker?

GridMaker allows you to create precise grids in various formats, including square, rectangular, and isometric dot patterns. You can customize line weights, colors, and labels for rows and columns. It's ideal for applications like knitting, crafting, and artistic analysis.

### How can I customize the grids?

You can set grids to exact sizes in inches or metric units. The app offers up to four line colors per grid and allows you to create custom color palettes. You can also add diagonal lines to split blocks and place center dots.

### What are the export options?

Grids can be exported as PNG, PDF, or SVG files. This allows you to share your creations with other applications for further editing, or use them as templates for laser cutting or pattern machines.

### Is GridMaker free to use?

The core functionality of GridMaker is available for free, including three paper types: GRID, DIAGONAL, and DOT. Additional specialty papers can be purchased individually or as a bundle through in-app purchases.

### What are the use cases for GridMaker?

GridMaker is useful for artists needing an artist's grid method for scaling images, crafters planning projects, knitters designing patterns, and anyone requiring accurate visual layouts for analysis or design.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.29.5 — 2024-12-03

A bead designer requested help to make designing larger patterns easier.

This update increases the row and column limits for Grid papers.

Custom Resolution allows making larger designs for painting.  This is available for all papers.

### 1.29.4 — 2024-06-20

Bug fixes.

### 1.29.3 — 2024-03-06

Fixed a problem exporting paint papers with transparent background.

### 1.29.2 — 2024-01-13

Guided by feedback, this release has major enhancements that make the Paint Tool easier to use. Plus a few minor improvements such as moving the share button to the top nav.

### 1.29.1 — 2023-11-07

Bug fixes.

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