Question 1

Can you use a higher gauge lets say .009 for E and .012 for B?  or are these only for E?

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I'm luthier.  I design and build custom acoustic guitars.  I also repair acoustic and electric guitars and restore historical guitars.  Yes, you can use a higher guitar string gauge, to a certain point. You don't want to use huge strings on a guitar not designed for huge strings. With respect to asking if you could use a .009 for E and .012 for B, it depends. An electric guitar uses smaller strings. So, yes to an electric, no for an acoustic. .009 and .012 are too light for acoustic high E and B. General rule of thumb is to use the strings in the capacity for which they've been designed.

Question 2

For an acoustic guitar, what size would be good for a high e string?

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I am assuming that you are referring to a steel string acoustic. Even then it depends upon the sound you want and the action you prefer. For the average steel string acoustic with "light gage strings, I would most likely choose a string of .010 in. If that seems to heavy, or the action  seems to heavy, you could use a string of .009 in., or if you want a heavier tone (and action) you could try a .011 in string. I know that this did not help you much, but I could suggest that you check the sizes of that high E string on the packages of several reputable string companies, and see what they use. You might get a better idea from that. Best wishes in your effort.

Question 3

I ordered 9, 10, and 11 gauge (electric). I received 9, 0, and 1 gauge. What do those numbers mean?

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9=.09
0=.10
1=.11

Question 4

How do you what strings you need on a squier?

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The same set of strings you use on any other electric guitar. You can use extra light, light, medium or the heavy set (1-6 strings) of strings depends on how hard you want to play. If you’re a beginner you may want to start on extra light (.009) high E set of strings.

ASIN	B076BN4Z6V
Brand Name	M MAKA
Coating Description	coated
Color	Bronze
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (256)
Finish Type	Bronze Plated
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Included Components	20 individual guitar strings
Instrument	Acoustic Guitar
Manufacturer	M MAKA
Manufacturer Part Number	4334258592
Material Type	Alloy Steel
Model Number	4334258592
Number of Items	20
Number of Packs	20
Recommended Uses For Product	Suitable for all typical acoustic guitar playing scenarios
Set Name	20-Pack
Sound Profile	Good Sustain and Tone
String Gauge	Custom Light
String Material Type	Alloy Steel
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Unit Count	20 Count

20-Pack Economy Single Acoustic Guitar Strings Bulk .011 High E (Custom Light) 11 Gauge, Individual Packed

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