Quick and Easy Tool for Converting Pixels to Points
Pixels (PX) and points (PT) are commonly used in digital and print design, but they serve different purposes. Pixels are typically used for screen resolution, while points are standard in print to measure font sizes and other elements. The PX to PT Converter provides quick, accurate conversions to help designers seamlessly switch between digital and print units.
To convert pixels (px) to points (pt), you can use the following formula:
Point Value = Pixel Value * (72 / Screen DPI)
The standard DPI (dots per inch) for screens is often set to 96. Based on this, you can convert using:
Point Value = Pixel Value * (72 / 96)
For example:
8px
becomes 8 * (72 / 96) = 6pt
16px
becomes 16 * (72 / 96) = 12pt
32px
becomes 32 * (72 / 96) = 24pt
Below is a conversion table for commonly used pixel values, based on the standard screen DPI of 96.
Pixels (px) | Points (pt) |
---|---|
4px | 3pt |
8px | 6pt |
12px | 9pt |
16px | 12pt |
20px | 15pt |
24px | 18pt |
28px | 21pt |
32px | 24pt |
36px | 27pt |
40px | 30pt |
44px | 33pt |
48px | 36pt |
Points are the standard measurement for font sizes in print, offering uniform sizing across various types of media. By converting pixels to points, designers can ensure that text and elements appear consistently in both web and print formats, creating a cohesive user experience.
For fast, precise conversions, try our PX to PT Converter and optimize your designs for any medium!