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Free Printable Blank Sudoku Grids (9x9 Classic & 6x6 Kids)

Free printable blank sudoku grids for printing - 9x9 and 6x6 templates

Want to Play Sudoku? Start with a Clean Grid!

Whether you're a Sudoku veteran looking to practice advanced techniques or a parent wanting to introduce your child to logic puzzles, a clean blank sudoku grid is a must-have.

Stop searching! We’ve got two high-resolution, print-ready blank grids right here for you: the classic 9x9 standard grid and an easier 6x6 grid for kids. Just save and print.

Print Now! Two Blank Grids to Choose From

Here are the two grid sizes you need. Saving the image directly is the fastest way to print—no waiting!

1. Classic 9x9 Blank Sudoku Grid (For Adults / Advanced)

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The lines are crisp and clear, so it won't be blurry when you print. It's perfect for practicing advanced techniques like "Swordfish" or "XY-Wing," or even creating your own puzzles.

2. Kid's 6x6 Blank Sudoku Grid (For Beginners / Introduction)

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Fewer squares mean lower difficulty. When kids are just starting, using this grid helps build their interest without the frustration of a harder puzzle.

3. How to Print? Just 2 Easy Steps!

On Desktop: Right-click the image you want, select "Save Image As...", save it to your computer, then open the file to print.

On Mobile: Tap and hold the image, select "Save to Photos" (or "Add to Photos"). Then, find the image in your photo gallery, tap the "Share" or "More" icon, and you'll find the "Print" option.

Don't Underestimate a Blank Grid! 4 Super Practical Uses

A blank sudoku grid is more than just a box to fill. When used right, it’s incredibly versatile:

1. Create Your Own Puzzles
Want to design a custom Sudoku for a friend or child? Use a blank grid! A 9x9 for adults and a 6x6 for kids makes for a unique gift.

2. The Perfect Tool for Practice & Teaching

  • Practice Skills: Use the 9x9 grid to work through advanced strategies without any distracting numbers.
  • Teach Kids: The 6x6 grid is perfect for explaining the "no repeats" rule. It's visual and easy for kids to understand.

3. Transcribe Puzzles You Find
See an interesting puzzle in a newspaper, magazine, or on a friend's phone? Copy it onto a printable blank grid. Stick it in your pocket, and you can solve it with a pen anytime—much more comfortable than staring at a screen.

4. Relax and Unplug
When you want a break from your phone, grab a printed grid. The feeling of writing in the numbers with a pen is surprisingly relaxing and a great way to train your focus.

Ready? Let's Get Printing!

Now that you have both 9x9 and 6x6 grids, you're set for anything—self-practice, creating puzzles, or playing with your kids. Save and print one now to start your Sudoku time!

  • Print your first blank grid now!
  • If you're not sure how to fill the grid and want to learn solving techniques, check out our Sudoku Solving Techniques to get started fast.