Inch (in) to Point (pt) Conversion
Convert inch (in) to point (pt) with precision. Enter values and get instant conversions.
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1 Inch (in) = 0 Point (pt)
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About Inch (in) to Point (pt) Conversion
Converting from Inch (in) to Point (pt) is a common typography conversion.
This online converter allows you to easily convert between inch (in) and point (pt), providing instant results with high precision.
Inch (in)
Definition: The inch (symbol: in) in typography equals exactly 72 points. It provides physical measurement reference for print materials.
History: Standardized in desktop publishing to create consistent relationships between points, picas and inches.
Current use: Used in print design for specifying paper sizes, margins, and physical dimensions alongside point/pica measurements.
Point (pt)
Definition: The point (symbol: pt) is a typographic unit equal to 1/72 of an inch (≈0.353 mm). It measures font sizes and layout spacing in print and digital media.
History: Originated in 18th century French typography. Standardized to 1/72 inch in desktop publishing (PostScript point). Various historical definitions existed.
Current use: Standard unit in graphic design, word processing (12 pt standard text), and CSS (web font sizes).
Details
- From: Inch (in)
- To: Point (pt)
- Formula: 1 in = 72.0000000000 pt
- Example: 25 in = 1800.0000000000 pt
Inch (in) to Point (pt) Conversion Table
| Inch (in) | Point (pt) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.72 |
| 0.1 | 7.2 |
| 1 | 72 |
| 2 | 144 |
| 3 | 216 |
| 5 | 360 |
| 10 | 720 |
| 20 | 1440 |
| 50 | 3600 |
| 100 | 7200 |
| 1000 | 72000 |