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Convert from Point (computer) to Point (printer's) Online
Use this tool to convert typography measurements from point (computer) units to point (printer's) units, ensuring precision in digital and printed layouts.
Please check your input. It must be a valid numeric value.
Point (computer) to Point (printer's) Conversion Table
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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.
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What Is This Tool?
This converter enables users to change typography length units from point (computer), commonly used in digital typesetting, to point (printer's), the unit typically employed in print typography. It helps maintain accuracy when transferring font sizes and layout details from screen to print.
How to Use This Tool?
- Enter the value in point (computer) units you wish to convert.
- Select point (computer) as the source unit and point (printer's) as the target unit.
- Initiate the conversion to receive the corresponding value in point (printer's).
- Use the converted measurement for accurate typography and layout adjustments.
Key Features
- Converts point (computer) units to point (printer's) for precise typography sizing.
- Supports use in desktop publishing and professional typesetting workflows.
- Browser-based and easy to use without requiring additional software.
- Helps align digital font sizes and spacing with printed output standards.
Examples
- 12 point (computer) converts to approximately 12.045 point (printer's).
- 10 point (computer) converts to approximately 10.0375 point (printer's).
Common Use Cases
- Setting font sizes and line heights in desktop publishing software.
- Adjusting page dimensions and layout elements in PDF or PostScript documents.
- Ensuring consistency between on-screen and printed typography measurements.
- Defining fine typographic spacing like kerning and rule thickness for print jobs.
Tips & Best Practices
- Always check converted values when preparing files for printing to avoid layout errors.
- Be aware of slight size differences and consider rounding effects in your designs.
- Use consistent units throughout your design workflow to maintain accuracy.
- Apply this conversion when precise typographic measurement is critical for print output.
Limitations
- The two point units are very close in size, which may cause minor rounding discrepancies.
- Historical differences in printer's point definitions may not be fully reflected.
- Software might handle these units slightly differently, possibly impacting print precision.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between point (computer) and point (printer's)?
- Point (computer) is a digital typography unit defined as 1/72 of an international inch, while point (printer's) is a traditional typography unit used in print, also defined as 1/72 of an inch but with slight historical variations.
- Why should I convert from point (computer) to point (printer's)?
- Converting ensures typographic sizes and layout measurements are accurate between digital design and printed output, helping maintain consistency across mediums.
- Can I use this conversion for all print projects?
- While generally applicable, be mindful that slight differences and rounding may exist, especially with historical point systems or specific software implementations.
Key Terminology
- Point (computer)
- A unit of length in digital typography equal to 1/72 of an international inch, used for specifying font size and layout dimensions.
- Point (printer's)
- A small unit of length in typography for print layout, defined as 1/72 of an inch with some historical regional variations.
- Leading
- The vertical space between lines of text, often measured in points in typography.