Centimeter to Point (Computer) Conversion

Convert between Centimeter and Point (Computer) quickly and accurately.

From Centimeter

To Point (Computer)

How to Convert Centimeter to Point (Computer)

Conversion Formula

1 cm = 28.346 pt

1 pt = 0.035 cm

Example

Convert 15 cm to pt:

15 cm = 15 × 28.346 pt = 425.197 pt

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

Point (Computer)

Definition

A computer point is a digital typography unit equivalent to the PostScript point, used in computer-based design applications. One computer point equals 20 twips, providing consistent font sizing across digital platforms.

History/Origin

The computer point was developed to standardize point measurements in digital typography, ensuring consistency between different computer systems and design applications in the digital publishing industry.

Current Use

Computer points are used in digital design software, web browsers, and computer-based publishing for font sizing, text layout, and typographic measurements that maintain consistency across digital platforms.

Multiplier

Offset