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96 pt is equal to 128 pixels (px).
The conversion from points (pt) to pixels (px) is based on the fixed ratio where 1 point equals 1.3333 pixels. So for 96 points, multiplying by this ratio gives the pixel value. This helps in translating print sizes into screen sizes, which use pixels as a measurement.
Conversion Tool
Result in px:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points (pt) to pixels (px) is:
px = pt × 1.3333
This works because points are a physical unit originally based on 1/72 of an inch, while pixels depend on screen resolution but commonly assumed as 96 pixels per inch. Since 96/72 = 1.3333, multiplying points by 1.3333 converts them to pixels.
For example, converting 96 pt to px:
- Start with 96 pt
- Multiply by 1.3333 (96 × 1.3333)
- = 127.9968 px, which rounds to 128 px
Conversion Example
- Convert 50 pt to px:
- Multiply 50 by 1.3333
- 50 × 1.3333 = 66.665 px
- Rounded result: 66.665 px
- Convert 72 pt to px:
- 72 × 1.3333 = 95.9976 px
- Rounded: 96 px
- Convert 120 pt to px:
- 120 × 1.3333 = 159.996 px
- Rounded: 160 px
- Convert 85 pt to px:
- 85 × 1.3333 = 113.3305 px
- Rounded: 113.331 px
Conversion Chart
The table below shows points values from 71.0 to 121.0, alongside their converted pixel equivalents. You can use this chart to quickly find the px value without calculation.
| Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|
| 71.0 | 94.6663 |
| 76.0 | 101.3328 |
| 81.0 | 107.9993 |
| 86.0 | 114.6658 |
| 91.0 | 121.3323 |
| 96.0 | 127.9968 |
| 101.0 | 134.6633 |
| 106.0 | 141.3298 |
| 111.0 | 147.9963 |
| 116.0 | 154.6628 |
| 121.0 | 161.3293 |
Related Conversion Questions
- How many pixels are in 96 pt for web design?
- What is the pixel equivalent of 96 points in CSS?
- Does 96 pt always equal 128 px on all screens?
- How to convert 96 pt to px for digital graphics?
- Is 96 pt bigger or smaller than 128 px?
- How to set font size from 96 pt to px in HTML?
- Why 96 pt equals 128 pixels, not a different number?
Conversion Definitions
pt (point): A pt is a unit of length used in typography and graphic design, equal to 1/72 of an inch. It traditionally measures font sizes and spacing in printed materials, providing a consistent physical size across devices.
px (pixel): A px is the smallest unit of a digital image or display, representing a single point of color on a screen. Pixels vary in physical size depending on device resolution, making them a unit of screen measurement rather than fixed length.
Conversion FAQs
Why does 1 pt equal 1.3333 px?
The ratio comes from the standard screen resolution being 96 pixels per inch, and a point being 1/72 inch. Dividing 96 by 72 results in 1.3333 pixels per point. This ratio allows conversion from print measurement units to screen pixels.
Will 96 pt always be exactly 128 px on all devices?
No, px size depends on the device screen density. While 96 pt converts to 128 px at 96 PPI screens, devices with higher or lower pixel density can render these sizes differently. The conversion is theoretical and assumes standard display settings.
Can I use pt instead of px in web design?
You can, but pt is less common for screens because it relates to print size. Pixels better represent screen units since they correspond directly to screen dots. Using pt may cause inconsistent sizing due to varying screen densities.
How accurate is the conversion between pt and px?
The conversion is accurate based on standard assumptions (72 points per inch, 96 pixels per inch). However, actual screen rendering may vary due to device pixel ratios and zoom levels, so it’s more an approximation for digital use.
What happens if I convert px back to pt?
Converting px to pt is done by dividing the pixel value by 1.3333. This reverses the earlier multiplication, allowing translation of digital sizes back to print units, useful when preparing designs for printing or physical measurements.
