Convert point to millimeter
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to millimeter [mm], or Convert millimeter to point.
1 point = 0.3527778 mm. To convert point to millimeter, multiply the value by 0.3527778; to go the other way, divide by it (1 mm = 2.83464549073 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 = 0.3527778 mm
- 1 mm = 2.83464549073 point
- 10 point = 3.527778 mm
- 100 point = 35.27778 mm
How to Convert Point to Millimeter
1 point = 0.3527778 mm
Example: convert 15 point to mm:
15 point = 15 × 0.3527778 mm = 5.291667 mm
Point to Millimeter Conversion Table
| point | millimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 point | 0.3527778 mm |
| 2 point | 0.7055556 mm |
| 3 point | 1.0583334 mm |
| 5 point | 1.763889 mm |
| 10 point | 3.527778 mm |
| 20 point | 7.055556 mm |
| 50 point | 17.63889 mm |
| 100 point | 35.27778 mm |
| 500 point | 176.3889 mm |
| 1000 point | 352.7778 mm |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 point in millimeter?
1 point (point) = 0.3527778 millimeter (mm).
How do you convert point to millimeter?
Multiply the point value by 0.3527778. For example, 25 point × 0.3527778 = 8.819445 mm.
What is 10 point in millimeter?
10 point = 3.527778 mm.
Which unit is larger, the point or the millimeter?
The millimeter is the larger unit: 1 point equals only 0.3527778 mm.