Centimeter to Pixel (Y) Conversion

Convert between Centimeter and Pixel (Y) quickly and accurately.

From Centimeter

To Pixel (Y)

How to Convert Centimeter to Pixel (Y)

Conversion Formula

1 cm = 37.795 px

1 px = 0.026 cm

Example

Convert 15 cm to px:

15 cm = 15 × 37.795 px = 566.929 px

Unit Information

Learn about the typography units you're converting between

Centimeter

Definition

A centimeter is one-hundredth of a meter, commonly used in typography for medium-scale measurements. One centimeter equals 566.9291338583 twips, providing a practical unit for document layout and typographic spacing.

History/Origin

The centimeter is part of the metric system, derived from the meter. It has been widely adopted internationally for scientific, engineering, and commercial measurements, including typography and graphic design.

Current Use

Centimeters are extensively used in typography for measuring margins, column widths, font sizes, and spacing in both print and digital media, especially in international publishing and design standards.

Multiplier

566.929

Offset

Pixel (Y)

Definition

Pixel (Y) represents a single pixel in the vertical direction on a display screen. One pixel (Y) equals 15 twips, providing a screen-relative unit for vertical digital typography measurements.

History/Origin

Pixel (Y) was developed alongside Pixel (X) to provide complete screen-relative dimensional control in digital typography, enabling precise vertical positioning and spacing in digital media.

Current Use

Pixel (Y) units are used in web design, digital typography, and screen applications for vertical spacing, line height calculations, and responsive design that maintains proper proportions across different devices.

Multiplier

Offset