REM to Point Converter
Convert REM values to CSS point (pt) units. Set the root font size (default 16px) — the formula is: pt = rem × base × 0.75.
Last updated: May 21, 2026
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REM is relative to the root (`html`) font size. Points (pt) are an absolute CSS unit equal to 1/72 inch. At 16px root size, 1rem = 12pt — matching the browser default to the print default body text size.
The formula is: **pt = rem × base × 0.75**. This conversion is most useful when writing `@media print` rules alongside a rem-based screen layout.
How to Use REM to Point Converter
Set the root font size (default 16px)
Enter REM values, comma or newline separated
Copy the pt output or use the reference table
Common Use Cases
- Developers writing @media print CSS that mirrors a rem-based screen layout.
- Designers translating rem design tokens to typographic point equivalents.
- Front-end engineers auditing print stylesheets for consistency with screen sizes.
Example Input and Output
Convert common REM values to pt at the default 16px root size.
0.75
1
1.25
1.50.75rem → 9pt
1rem → 12pt
1.25rem → 15pt
1.5rem → 18ptPrivacy
All conversions run in your browser. No data is sent to any server.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 1rem = 12pt?
1rem at 16px root = 16px. 16px × 0.75 = 12pt. This is the standard body text size in both screen (16px/1rem) and print (12pt).
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