Polar Graph Maker

What is Polar Graph Paper?

Polar graph paper also known as polar coordinate paper, is a graph paper with concentric circles. It is used to plot points in a polar coordinate system, which is different from the usual rectangular (Cartesian) coordinate system. Instead of having horizontal and vertical lines, polar graph paper has circles and radial lines emanating from the center, like the spokes of a wheel.

In polar coordinates, points are located based on two things:

• Radius: The distance from the center
• Angle: The direction from a fixed reference, usually the positive x-axis.

Polar graph papers are popular for plotting polar coordinates and generally used in mathematical, engineering and scientific projects. In simple terms, it helps visualize things that have a circular or rotational nature.

Uses of Polar Graph Paper

1. Plotting Polar Coordinates: It’s used in mathematics and science to plot points that are given in polar coordinates, like (r, θ), where r is the distance from the center and θ is the angle.
2. Graphing Circular or Spiral Patterns: It’s helpful for graphing functions that have circular or spiral shapes, like spirals or waves.
3. Navigation and Astronomy: It’s used in fields like navigation or astronomy to represent angles and distances from a central point, such as the position of stars or planets in the sky.
4. Engineering: Engineers use it to design circular gears, wheels, and other mechanical systems that rely on rotational motion.

Printable Polar Graph Paper Maker

Now you can create your own polar graph paper with this Polar Graph Paper Maker Tool. You can change the thickness of the circles and spokes as well as the number of circles and spokes. You can control the labels (degrees or radians) to include and other settings like paper orientation, paper size, margins etc.

Browse our section of pre-made templates for ready to download commonly used papers.