Convert point to inch
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to inch [in], or Convert inch to point.
1 point = 0.0138888897638 in. To convert point to inch, multiply the value by 0.0138888897638; to go the other way, divide by it (1 in = 71.9999954646 point). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 point = 0.0138888897638 in
- 1 in = 71.9999954646 point
- 10 point = 0.138888897638 in
- 100 point = 1.38888897638 in
How to Convert Point to Inch
1 point = 0.0138888897637795 in
Example: convert 15 point to in:
15 point = 15 × 0.0138888897637795 in = 0.208333346456693 in
Point to Inch Conversion Table
| point | inch |
|---|---|
| 1 point | 0.0138888897638 in |
| 2 point | 0.0277777795276 in |
| 3 point | 0.0416666692913 in |
| 5 point | 0.0694444488189 in |
| 10 point | 0.138888897638 in |
| 20 point | 0.277777795276 in |
| 50 point | 0.694444488189 in |
| 100 point | 1.38888897638 in |
| 500 point | 6.94444488189 in |
| 1000 point | 13.8888897638 in |
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.
Inch
An inch is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. An inch was defined to be equivalent to exactly 25.4 millimeters in 1959. There are 12 inches in a foot and 36 inches in a yard.
History/Origin
The term "inch" was derived from the Latin unit "uncia" which was equivalent to "one-twelfth" of a Roman foot. The inch has had various standards throughout history, with the current definition being based on the international yard.
Current Use
The inch is mostly used in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is also sometimes used in Japan (as well as other countries) in relation to electronic parts, like the size of display screens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 point in inch?
1 point (point) = 0.0138888897638 inch (in).
How do you convert point to inch?
Multiply the point value by 0.0138888897638. For example, 25 point × 0.0138888897638 = 0.347222244094 in.
What is 10 point in inch?
10 point = 0.138888897638 in.
Which unit is larger, the point or the inch?
The inch is the larger unit: 1 point equals only 0.0138888897638 in.