Typography Unit Converter
Convert between typographic units — points, picas, pixels, millimeters, centimeters, and em. Essential for graphic design, web development, and print production.
Common Typography Conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 1 pica | 12 points |
| 1 inch | 72 points |
| 1 inch | 6 picas |
| 1 pt | 1.333 px (at 96 dpi) |
| 1 px | 0.75 pt (at 96 dpi) |
| 1 mm | 2.835 pt |
| 1 cm | 28.35 pt |
Typography Unit Definitions
- Point (pt)
- 1/72 of an inch. Standard unit in print typography.
- Pica
- 12 points = 1/6 inch.
- Pixel (px)
- Screen unit. At 96 dpi, 1 px = 0.75 pt.
- Em
- Relative unit equal to the current font size.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pixels is 12pt text?
At standard screen resolution (96 dpi): 12pt × (96/72) = 16px.
What is the difference between pt and px?
Points (pt) are physical units (1/72 inch) used in print. Pixels (px) are screen units that depend on display resolution.