UnitConTypography
Typography uses a mix of historic print units and modern screen units. Points and picas are common in print, while pixels and ems are common in digital and web design. This converter helps bridge those systems with clear assumptions. It is useful for designers, publishers, and front-end developers.
Common conversions
| From | To |
|---|---|
| 12 Point (pt) | 4.233333 Millimeter |
| 72 Point (pt) | 1 Inch |
| 1 Pica | 12 Point (pt) |
| 16 Pixel (96 DPI screen) | 12 Point (pt) |
| 1 Em (16 px browser default) | 16 Pixel (96 DPI screen) |
| 10 Point (pt) | 13.33333 Pixel (96 DPI screen) |
| 24 Pixel (96 DPI screen) | 1.5 Em (16 px browser default) |
| 6 Pica | 1 Inch |
Frequently asked questions
A point is a traditional print unit, commonly defined in digital publishing as 1/72 of an inch. It is still widely used for font sizes in print and design tools.
One pica equals 12 points. That relationship is a standard part of print layout measurement.
Points are a physical print-related unit, while pixels are screen units tied to display rendering. Their apparent size can differ depending on device and resolution assumptions.
An em is a relative unit based on the current font size. If the current font size is 16px, then 1em equals 16px.
A common web assumption is 96 DPI, where 1 pt is about 1.333 px. The converter uses a stated assumption so the mapping stays consistent.