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How to Convert from Pixel (Y) to Point (computer)? - Online Typography Units Converter
Easily convert vertical pixel measurements (pixel (Y)) in digital typography to computer points for consistent font sizing and layout across screen and print using our simple online converter.
Please check your input. It must be a valid numeric value.
Pixel (Y) to Point (computer) Conversion Table
| Pixel (Y) | Point (computer) |
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Custom Unit Conversion Table Generator – Instant Printable Conversion Tables
Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.
Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.
Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.
| Pixel (Y) | Point (computer) |
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What Is This Tool?
This tool converts pixel (Y) units, which represent vertical pixels in digital typography, into computer points, a standard typographic unit used in desktop publishing and print layouts. It helps maintain consistent vertical dimensions when transitioning between screen design and printed materials.
How to Use This Tool?
- Enter the value in pixel (Y) units you wish to convert.
- Select pixel (Y) as the input unit and point (computer) as the output unit.
- Click the convert button to get the equivalent measurement in points.
- Use the conversion formula or reference examples for manual calculations.
Key Features
- Converts vertical pixel (Y) measurements to computer points.
- Supports typography measurements common in web, UI, and print design.
- Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output.
- Provides examples for common conversions like 16 px (Y) to 12 pt (computer).
Examples
- 16 px (Y) converts to 12 pt (computer).
- 24 px (Y) converts to 18 pt (computer).
Common Use Cases
- Specifying font sizes and line heights in print and desktop publishing.
- Translating vertical pixel sizes from UI or web design into print measurements.
- Aligning bitmap font heights or icon vertical positioning between screen and printed layouts.
Tips & Best Practices
- Verify device pixel density to understand how pixel sizes relate to physical measurements.
- Use this conversion primarily for standard pixel density screens to ensure consistency.
- Cross-check converted values in target publishing software for accurate layout results.
Limitations
- Pixel sizes vary with screen resolution, so conversions assume standard pixel density.
- CSS pixels and physical device pixels can differ, affecting measurement accuracy.
- This conversion only applies to the common computer/PostScript point and does not cover historical point variations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does pixel (Y) measure in typography?
- Pixel (Y) measures vertical pixel coordinates or sizes in digital typography, expressing vertical layout dimensions along the Y axis.
- What is a computer point in typography?
- A computer point is a unit equal to 1/72 of an inch used in digital typography to specify font sizes and layout dimensions, different from historical or TeX points.
- Why convert from pixel (Y) to point (computer)?
- Converting enables translation of pixel-based vertical measurements from screen design to point units used in desktop publishing and print for consistent vertical sizing.
Key Terminology
- Pixel (Y)
- The smallest addressable vertical element in a raster image or digital typography expressing vertical size or position.
- Point (computer)
- A typographic unit equal to 1/72 of an inch used in digital publishing for font size and layout measurements.
- Conversion Rate
- The factor relating pixel (Y) to point (computer), specifically 1 pixel (Y) equals 0.75 point (computer).