Inches to Points Converter
Convert Inches (in) to Points (pt).
About Inches to Points Converter
The Inches to Points converter is an essential tool for print designers, typographers, and anyone working with traditional publishing measurements. Points are one of the oldest typographic units, with 72 points equaling exactly one inch. This standard was established in the desktop publishing era and remains the dominant unit for font sizes and print layouts.
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- • 1 inch = 72 points (exactly)
- • 1 point = 1/72 inch = 0.0138889 inches
- • Standard for print and typography
- • Used in Adobe software, Microsoft Office
Frequency Asked Questions
Why are there 72 points in an inch?
The 72-point standard was established by Adobe's PostScript and became the industry standard for desktop publishing, based on traditional pica measurements.
What is the difference between points and pixels?
Points are fixed physical units (1/72 inch), while pixels vary based on screen resolution. On standard screens at 96 DPI, 1 point ≈ 1.333 pixels.
Are points the same in all design software?
Yes, points are standardized at 72 per inch across all professional design software including Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and print specifications.
Can I use points for web design?
While you can use pt in CSS, it's not recommended for web design. Use pixels, rem, or em instead, as points are intended for print media.