Conversion Table
Pixels | Points |
---|---|
8px | 6pt |
10px | 7.5pt |
12px | 9pt |
14px | 10.5pt |
16px | 12pt |
18px | 13.5pt |
20px | 15pt |
22px | 16.5pt |
24px | 18pt |
26px | 19.5pt |
28px | 21pt |
30px | 22.5pt |
32px | 24pt |
34px | 25.5pt |
36px | 27pt |
38px | 28.5pt |
40px | 30pt |
42px | 31.5pt |
44px | 33pt |
46px | 34.5pt |
48px | 36pt |
50px | 37.5pt |
52px | 39pt |
54px | 40.5pt |
56px | 42pt |
58px | 43.5pt |
60px | 45pt |
62px | 46.5pt |
64px | 48pt |
Differences Between px and pt
Pixels (px) are a fixed unit of measurement commonly used in digital displays. Points (pt) are a traditional typographic measurement unit used primarily in print media. One point is equal to 1/72 of an inch, making it useful for precise print layout.
Advantages of Using pt
Using points allows for precise and consistent typography in print media. It ensures that text and elements are sized correctly according to industry standards for print.
How to Convert px to pt
To convert pixels to points, you need to know the conversion factor. The formula for conversion is:
pt = px * (72 / 96)
For example, to convert 32px to pt:
32px * (72 / 96) = 24pt
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I use pt instead of px?
Using points allows for precise and consistent sizing in print media, ensuring that text and elements are sized correctly according to industry standards.
How do I set font size in points?
You can set the font size using CSS with the pt unit. For example:
p {
font-size: 12pt;
}
Can I use pt for web design?
While points can be used for web design, they are more commonly used for print media. For web design, other units like em, rem, or px are often more suitable.