Pixels to Points Converter
Convert CSS pixels to typographic points and back, instantly.
Relate CSS sizing to typographic points
Pixels dominate web layout, while points are familiar in typography and document software. CSS defines a reference inch as 96 pixels, and a typographic inch contains 72 points. The resulting 0.75 factor provides a standard unit translation without requiring a particular monitor or printer.
The default 16 CSS pixels converts to exactly 12 points. Reversing direction converts 12 points to exactly 16 pixels. This relationship is useful for comparing style specifications, but it does not tell you the physical size of a hardware pixel on a specific display.
Private sizing math in your browser
Values remain on your device and no design file or font information is uploaded. The page converts CSS reference units only. Printed output, browser zoom, operating-system scaling, and high-density screens can affect apparent or physical size without changing this formal conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 16 pixels equal 12 points?
CSS assumes 96 pixels per inch and typography uses 72 points per inch, giving a factor of 0.75 points per pixel.
Does this depend on physical screen density?
The CSS reference-pixel relationship is fixed. A device can map CSS pixels to multiple physical hardware pixels.
Is this the same as converting printed image pixels?
No. Print dimensions depend on the image resolution and output DPI, while this tool uses the CSS unit relationship.
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