IN to PT Converter
Use this free online inches to pt converter tool to convert physical inches to points. Points are a traditional print unit where 1 inch equals 72 points. This converter is valuable for print design and typography conversions.
To convert inches to points, multiply the inch value by 72 (since 1 inch equals 72 points). This conversion follows the traditional typography standard. The result represents the measurement in points.
Conversion Formula
pt = in × 72
For example, to convert 1 inch to points, calculate 1 × 72 = 72pt. Similarly, 0.5 inches equals 36pt because 0.5 × 72 = 36.
IN to PT Converter Conversion Table
| IN | PT |
|---|---|
| 0.1in | 7.2pt |
| 0.25in | 18pt |
| 0.5in | 36pt |
| 0.75in | 54pt |
| 1in | 72pt |
| 1.5in | 108pt |
| 2in | 144pt |
| 3in | 216pt |
| 4in | 288pt |
| 5in | 360pt |
| 6in | 432pt |
| 8in | 576pt |
| 10in | 720pt |
| 12in | 864pt |
| 14in | 1008pt |
| 16in | 1152pt |
| 18in | 1296pt |
What is IN?
Inches (in) are an absolute CSS unit representing physical inches, primarily used for print media. In web contexts, 1 inch equals 96 pixels based on the CSS specification. While rarely used for screen design, inches are essential for print stylesheets and ensuring accurate physical dimensions in printed documents.
What is PT?
Points (pt) are an absolute CSS unit traditionally used in print design, where 1pt equals 1/72nd of an inch. In web contexts, points are often converted at a 3:4 ratio with pixels (3pt = 4px). While less common in modern web design, points remain relevant for print stylesheets and PDF generation.