Quick answer: 12 pt = 16 px
About the PT to PX
Points (pt) come from print and are used in Word and Google Docs; pixels (px) and rem are used in CSS. In CSS, 1 inch = 96 px = 72 pt, so 1 pt = 1.333 px. Em and rem are relative to the font size, which browsers default to 16 px.
How to convert pt to px
- Enter your numbers (or keep the example).
- The result updates instantly as you type.
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pt to px (16px base)
| pt | px |
|---|---|
| 6pt | 8px |
| 8pt | 10.6667px |
| 9pt | 12px |
| 10pt | 13.3333px |
| 11pt | 14.6667px |
| 12pt | 16px |
| 14pt | 18.6667px |
| 16pt | 21.3333px |
| 18pt | 24px |
| 24pt | 32px |
| 36pt | 48px |
| 48pt | 64px |
| 72pt | 96px |
How it's calculated
px = pt × 96 ÷ 72. rem = px ÷ base font size (16 px by default).
Features
- Instant resultsUpdates as you type.
- Shareable linkThe URL keeps your inputs.
- Reference tableCommon values on this page.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the PT to PX free?
Yes, the PT to PX is free with no sign-up, no limits and no ads covering the result.
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