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Point (Computer) to Point (Printer's) Converter
Use this page to convert point (computer) values into point (printer's), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 pt = 1.00375 pt (US)
1 pt (US) = 0.99626400996264 pt
Example: 1440 pt = 1,445.4 pt (US)
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Point (Computer)
The modern DTP point, equal to exactly 1/72 of an inch.
History: Computer points were standardized by digital publishing systems for predictable screen and print layout.
Current use: Most computer software and modern publishing.
Also written as pt, point, points, computer point, computer points.
Point (Printer's)
Defined as 0.013837 inches (0.3514598 mm).
History: Printer's points come from traditional metal type and pre-digital printing systems.
Current use: Historical and traditional printing.
Also written as pt (US), printer point, printer points.
Point (Computer) to Point (Printer's) table
| Point (Computer) [pt] | Point (Printer's) [pt (US)] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pt | 0.0100375 pt (US) |
| 0.1 pt | 0.100375 pt (US) |
| 1 pt | 1.00375 pt (US) |
| 2 pt | 2.0075 pt (US) |
| 5 pt | 5.01875 pt (US) |
| 10 pt | 10.0375 pt (US) |
| 20 pt | 20.075 pt (US) |
| 50 pt | 50.1875 pt (US) |
| 100 pt | 100.375 pt (US) |
Frequently asked questions
How many Point (Printer's) (pt (US)) are in one Point (Computer) (pt)?
One Point (Computer) equals 1.00375 Point (Printer's).
How do you convert Point (Computer) to Point (Printer's)?
Multiply the Point (Computer) value by 1.00375 to get the result in Point (Printer's).
How do you convert Point (Printer's) back to Point (Computer)?
Multiply the Point (Printer's) value by 0.99626400996264 to get back to Point (Computer).
What is 1440 Point (Computer) in Point (Printer's)?
1440 Point (Computer) equals 1,445.4 Point (Printer's).