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Point (PostScript) to Point (Computer) Converter
Use this page to convert point (postscript) values into point (computer), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 pt (PS) = 1 pt
1 pt = 1 pt (PS)
Example: 1440 pt (PS) = 1,440 pt
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Point (PostScript)
The point used in the PostScript page description language.
History: PostScript helped establish a device-independent point model for desktop publishing.
Current use: Digital printing.
Also written as pt (PS), postscript point, postscript points.
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 (PostScript) to Point (Computer) table
| Point (PostScript) [pt (PS)] | Point (Computer) [pt] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pt (PS) | 0.01 pt |
| 0.1 pt (PS) | 0.1 pt |
| 1 pt (PS) | 1 pt |
| 2 pt (PS) | 2 pt |
| 5 pt (PS) | 5 pt |
| 10 pt (PS) | 10 pt |
| 20 pt (PS) | 20 pt |
| 50 pt (PS) | 50 pt |
| 100 pt (PS) | 100 pt |
Frequently asked questions
How many Point (Computer) (pt) are in one Point (PostScript) (pt (PS))?
One Point (PostScript) equals 1 Point (Computer).
How do you convert Point (PostScript) to Point (Computer)?
Multiply the Point (PostScript) value by 1 to get the result in Point (Computer).
How do you convert Point (Computer) back to Point (PostScript)?
Multiply the Point (Computer) value by 1 to get back to Point (PostScript).
What is 1440 Point (PostScript) in Point (Computer)?
1440 Point (PostScript) equals 1,440 Point (Computer).