Pixel (X) to PostScript Point Conversion

Convert between Pixel (X) and PostScript Point quickly and accurately.

From Pixel (X)

To PostScript Point

How to Convert Pixel (X) to PostScript Point

Conversion Formula

1 px = 0.75 pt

1 pt = 1.333 px

Example

Convert 15 px to pt:

15 px = 15 × 0.75 pt = 11.25 pt

Unit Information

Learn about the typography units you're converting between

Pixel (X)

Definition

Pixel (X) represents a single pixel in the horizontal direction on a display screen. One pixel (X) equals 15 twips, providing a screen-relative unit for digital typography and web design.

History/Origin

Pixels were introduced with computer graphics and digital displays. Pixel (X) specifically refers to horizontal screen pixels, becoming fundamental to digital typography and web design measurements.

Current Use

Pixel (X) units are essential in web design, digital typography, and screen-based applications for font sizing, layout positioning, and responsive design that adapts to different screen resolutions.

Multiplier

Offset

PostScript Point

Definition

A PostScript point is the standard point unit defined by Adobe PostScript, widely used in digital typography. One PostScript point equals 20 twips, providing precise control over font sizes and text layout.

History/Origin

The PostScript point was defined by Adobe in the PostScript page description language, becoming the standard for digital typography. It standardized point measurements across digital publishing and design applications.

Current Use

PostScript points are extensively used in digital typography, web design, and desktop publishing for font sizing, line spacing, and precise text layout in both print and digital media.

Multiplier

Offset