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Convert points to pixels
This converter converts typographic points to screen pixels and vice versa. Enter a value and the result appears instantly.
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When do you need to convert points to pixels?
Points (pt) are a typographic unit used in print design: 1 pt = 1/72 inch. Pixels (px) are screen units. At the standard 96 PPI screen resolution: 1 pt = 1.333 px (96/72).
This conversion is essential when translating print designs to web, setting CSS font sizes from print specifications, and understanding the relationship between print and screen typography.
Common sizes: 12 pt = 16 px (browser default), 10 pt = 13.3 px, 14 pt = 18.7 px, 18 pt = 24 px, 24 pt = 32 px.
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How to use the converter?
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The conversion result appears instantly in the field next to it – no clicking required.3. Copy or reverse
Click Copy result or use the Reverse button to convert in the opposite direction.
When is this converter useful?
UI Design
Export font sizes from Figma/Sketch to CSS: 12 pt = 16 px.Documents
Convert sizes from Word/InDesign to pixel values for the web.CSS / Frontend
Convert pt to px when coding font styles in stylesheets.Print vs Screen
Match text sizes between print layouts and on-screen display.
What makes this converter different?
Complete privacy
All calculations run locally in your browser. No data is sent to any server.Real-time results
The result updates instantly as you type – no need to click any button.Bidirectional conversion
The Reverse button lets you convert in both directions with one click.Reference table
A ready-made table with commonly converted values and contextual descriptions.
How does pt to px conversion work?
1 point = 1/72 inch. At 96 PPI (standard Windows/web): 1 pt = 96/72 = 1.333 px. At 72 PPI (old Mac): 1 pt = 1 px.
The formula: px = pt × PPI / 72. At 96 PPI: px = pt × 1.333.
CSS defines 1 px as 1/96 of an inch (at 96 DPI). On high-DPI screens, 1 CSS px may be multiple device pixels.
Practical tips
- Browser default: 12 pt = 16 px = 1 rem.
- Common conversions: 8 pt = 10.7 px, 10 pt = 13.3 px, 11 pt = 14.7 px, 12 pt = 16 px, 14 pt = 18.7 px.
- Word default body: 11 pt = 14.7 px. Google Docs: 11 pt.
- Minimum readable: 9 pt = 12 px on screen. Print can be smaller (6–7 pt fine print).
Points (pt) vs Pixels (px)
| Feature | Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | 1/72 inch | 1/96 inch (CSS) |
| Used in | Print, Word, PDF | Web, CSS, screens |
| 12 pt = | 12 pt | 16 px |
| Body text | 10–12 pt | 14–18 px |
| Heading | 18–24 pt | 24–32 px |
Points (pt)
- Definition
1/72 inch - Used in
Print, Word, PDF - 12 pt =
12 pt - Body text
10–12 pt - Heading
18–24 pt
Pixels (px)
- Definition
1/96 inch (CSS) - Used in
Web, CSS, screens - 12 pt =
16 px - Body text
14–18 px - Heading
24–32 px
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