PostScript Point to En Conversion
Convert between PostScript Point and En quickly and accurately.
How to Convert PostScript Point to En
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 pt to en:
Unit Information
Learn about the typography units you're converting between
PostScript Point
pt
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 |
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