Point to REM Converter
Convert point (pt) values to CSS REM units. Set the root font size (default 16px) — the formula is: rem = pt × (96 ÷ 72) ÷ base.
Last updated: May 21, 2026
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Point (pt) is the standard typographic unit in print design. REM is the modern CSS unit for scalable screen layouts. At the browser default of 16px, 12pt = 1rem.
The formula is: **rem = pt × (4/3) ÷ base**. This makes it easy to take a print design spec and translate each size to a REM value for the screen stylesheet.
How to Use Point to REM Converter
Set the root font size (default 16px)
Enter pt values, comma or newline separated
Copy the REM output or use the reference table
Common Use Cases
- Developers translating print design specs (in pt) to REM for a responsive screen layout.
- Front-end engineers converting @media print pt sizes to rem for a unified type scale.
- Designers checking the REM equivalent of print point sizes during handoff.
Example Input and Output
Convert common print point sizes to REM at the default 16px root.
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149pt → 0.75rem
10pt → 0.833333rem
12pt → 1rem
14pt → 1.16667remPrivacy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 12pt = 1rem?
12pt × (96/72) = 16px. 16px ÷ 16px root = 1rem. The 12pt body text convention and 1rem screen baseline are the same physical size at 96dpi.
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