Why Tab Lab?

As a musician, I use tablature often. Whether I'm transcribing a song I want to learn, taking quick notes at band practice, or bringing a catalog of songs to a performance, I use tablature as a quick and easy way to write and read music.

Many musicians use tablature in a similar way, but finding a template can be surprisingly frustrating.

In the past, whenever I needed a blank sheet of tab paper, I would search the internet. Sometimes I found something that would work, but I often couldn't. Attempts to create my own templates with programs like Photoshop took a lot of time to create and were difficult to quickly adjust.

The issues most commonly found when searching for tab paper templates include:

• Difficult to navigate websites
• Deceptive file download buttons
• Bombarded with advertisements, watermarks, or other unwanted text
• No easy way to make adjustments
• Limited options for less common instruments like 5-string bass or 7-string guitar

I built this project to address those issues. This is a simple tool that allows musicians to quickly create the perfect template for their needs.

Key Features

• Customizable Layouts: Adjust string count, tab size, and more to match your instrument.
• Preview & Print: See your template in real-time and print or save it as a PDF.
• User-Friendly Design: Built for quick adjustments and ease of use, without distractions.

Future Plans

I plan on improving Tab Lab over time. Upcoming features include preset templates, user accounts, and more customization options.