PostScript Point to En Conversion

Convert between PostScript Point and En quickly and accurately.

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How to Convert PostScript Point to En

Conversion Formula

1 pt = 2.008 en
1 en = 0.498 pt

Example

Convert 15 pt to en:

15 pt = 15 × 2.008 en = 30.113 en

Unit Information

Learn about the typography units you're converting between

PostScript Point

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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

20

Offset

0

En

en

Definition

An en is a typographic unit equal to half the width of an em, traditionally used for spacing and dashes. One en equals 9.9626400996 twips, providing precise control over typographic spacing and punctuation.

History/Origin

The en unit was developed in traditional typography as half of an em, used primarily for spacing and the en dash. It has been maintained in digital typography for consistent spacing and punctuation measurements.

Current Use

En units are used in typography for spacing measurements, en dash width, and precise typographic spacing that maintains proportional relationships with font size and maintains traditional typographic conventions.

Multiplier

9.963

Offset

0

PostScript Point to En Conversion Table

PostScript Point [pt] En [en]
1 pt 2.0075 en
10 pt 20.075 en
25 pt 50.1875 en
50 pt 100.375 en
100 pt 200.75 en
0 pt 0E+0 en
-10 pt -20.075 en
-40 pt -80.3 en