Convert millimeter to point
Please provide values below to convert millimeter [mm] to point [point], or Convert point to millimeter.
1 mm = 2.83464549073 point. To convert millimeter to point, multiply the value by 2.83464549073; to go the other way, divide by it (1 point = 0.3527778 mm). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 mm = 2.83464549073 point
- 1 point = 0.3527778 mm
- 10 mm = 28.3464549073 point
- 100 mm = 283.464549073 point
How to Convert Millimeter to Point
1 mm = 2.83464549073099 point
Example: convert 15 mm to point:
15 mm = 15 × 2.83464549073099 point = 42.5196823609649 point
Millimeter to Point Conversion Table
| millimeter | point |
|---|---|
| 1 mm | 2.83464549073 point |
| 2 mm | 5.66929098146 point |
| 3 mm | 8.50393647219 point |
| 5 mm | 14.1732274537 point |
| 10 mm | 28.3464549073 point |
| 20 mm | 56.6929098146 point |
| 50 mm | 141.732274537 point |
| 100 mm | 283.464549073 point |
| 500 mm | 1417.32274537 point |
| 1000 mm | 2834.64549073 point |
Millimeter
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille," meaning thousand. The millimeter was part of the original metric system adopted in France in 1795.
Current Use
The millimeter is widely used in engineering and manufacturing for high-precision measurements. It is also a common unit in construction and for measuring small objects.
Point
A point is a unit of typographical measurement. In the context of printing, it is approximately 1/72 of an inch.
History/Origin
The point system of typography was developed in the 18th century. It provides a standardized way to measure font sizes and leading.
Current Use
The point is the standard unit for measuring font sizes in both print and digital media.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 millimeter in point?
1 millimeter (mm) = 2.83464549073 point (point).
How do you convert millimeter to point?
Multiply the millimeter value by 2.83464549073. For example, 25 mm × 2.83464549073 = 70.8661372683 point.
What is 10 millimeter in point?
10 mm = 28.3464549073 point.
Which unit is larger, the millimeter or the point?
The millimeter is the larger unit: 1 mm = 2.83464549073 point.