Point (pt)
1/72 of an inch, the standard digital type unit.
Result
1 point = 1.333333333 pixels
Point at a glance
| Unit name | Point (plural: points) |
|---|---|
| Symbol | pt |
| Quantity measured | Typography |
| Measurement system | Metric |
| Also known as | pt, points, dtp point |
| Definition exact? | Yes — exact by definition |
1 point in other typography units
| Unit | 1 pt equals |
|---|---|
| Pica | 0.083333333 pc |
| Pixel | 1.33333333 px |
| Inch (typography) | 0.013888889 in |
| Millimeter (typography) | 0.352777778 mm |
| Em | 0.083333333 em |
Popular point conversions
Frequently asked questions
- What is a point?
- 1/72 of an inch, the standard digital type unit.
- What is the symbol for the point?
- The symbol for the point is pt. It measures typography.
- How many pixels are in a point?
- 1 point = 1.33333333 pixels.