Paper Weight Calculator

Calculates a sheet's weight from its GSM and dimensions.

Lilu Baba's Paper Weight Calculator converts a paper's GSM (grams per square metre) rating and sheet size into the actual weight of a single sheet.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter the paper's GSM (grams per square metre) rating.
  2. Enter the sheet's width and height in metres (A4 is pre-filled).
  3. The sheet's weight updates instantly.
Sheet Weight (grams) —

Paper Weight Calculator — frequently asked questions

Grams per Square Metre — the standard international measure of paper weight/thickness; standard printer paper is typically 80 GSM.

Sheet Weight = GSM × Sheet Area (in square metres).