4×4 Magic Square
Free printable 4×4 magic square puzzles. Place the numbers 1–16 so every row, column and diagonal sums to 34. A satisfying number-logic challenge. Play in your browser, print, or download the PDF with its answer key.
Fill every blank so each row, column and both diagonals add up to 34. Use the numbers 1–16, each exactly once.
Click a blank cell, then pick a number.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the magic square generator free?+
Yes. Generate unlimited magic square puzzles and play, print or download them for free — no account or signup needed.
What is a magic square?+
A magic square is a grid filled with the numbers 1 to n² so that every row, every column and both main diagonals add up to the same total, called the magic constant. For a 3×3 it's 15, for 4×4 it's 34, and for 5×5 it's 65.
Does every puzzle have one solution?+
Yes. We blank cells only as long as the puzzle still has exactly one valid completion, so every magic square you generate has a single unique solution.
What sizes and difficulties are available?+
Three sizes — 3×3, 4×4 and 5×5 — each with Easy, Medium and Hard settings that leave more or fewer starting numbers.
How do I print the magic square?+
Click Preview & Download, choose US Letter or A4, and download the PDF. It includes the puzzle with the target sum plus a separate answer key page.