How to write the letter 'Z' in manuscript

The letter 'Z' is the last letter of the alphabet and has a fun, zigzag shape. Learning how to write 'Z' in manuscript helps you practice drawing sharp, straight lines.

Note: here we showcase the most common way to write in manuscript, but you can explore other manuscript fonts to see how they differ.

Capital 'Z'

Writing the capital 'Z' in manuscript involves a combination of straight lines. Follow these steps to write an uppercase 'Z':

  1. Start at the top line.
  2. Draw a straight horizontal line to the right.
  3. Make a diagonal line slanting down to the left, ending at the bottom line.
  4. Draw another horizontal line to the right along the bottom line.

Lowercase 'z'

Now let’s move on to the lowercase 'z'. This letter is similar to the uppercase version but smaller. Here’s how to write it:

  1. Start at the midline.
  2. Draw a short horizontal line to the right.
  3. Make a diagonal line slanting down to the left, ending at the bottom line.
  4. Draw a small horizontal line to the right, the same length as the first stroke.

The letter 'Z' in manuscript

Mastering the letter 'Z' in both uppercase and lowercase helps you practice straight lines and sharp angles. Practicing 'Z' improves your handwriting control and makes your handwriting look cleaner and more precise.

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