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Point to PX Converter

Convert typographic point (pt) values to CSS pixels using the standard formula: 1pt = 96 ÷ 72 px ≈ 1.3333px.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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What is Point to PX Converter?

Point (pt) is a unit from print design equal to 1/72 of an inch. In CSS at 96dpi, 1pt = 96/72 ≈ 1.3333px. Converting pt to px is useful when working with print stylesheets or typographic specifications that use point sizes.

12pt equals 16px — the browser's default body font size — which is why 12pt is the most common body text size in print and why browsers default to 16px on screen.

How to Use Point to PX Converter

1

Enter one or more pt values (comma or newline separated)

2

Copy the px output or use the reference table

3

The formula is always: px = pt × (96 ÷ 72)

Common Use Cases

  • Developers translating print pt sizes from a design brief into CSS px values.
  • Front-end engineers converting @media print styles to equivalent screen sizes.
  • Designers checking the screen pixel size corresponding to a print point size.
  • Students learning CSS absolute unit conversions (pt, px, in, cm).

Example Input and Output

Convert common typographic point sizes to CSS pixels.

PT values
9
10
12
14
PX output
9pt → 12px
10pt → 13.3333px
12pt → 16px
14pt → 18.6667px

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is 12pt = 16px?

12pt = 12 × (96/72) = 12 × 1.3333 = 16px. This is the CSS standard at 96dpi. It also explains why 12pt is the universal default body text size — it matches the browser's default 16px font.

When would I use pt in CSS?

Mostly in @media print stylesheets. Print designers think in points; screen designers think in pixels. For on-screen work, stick to px, em, or rem.

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