8 points equals 10.6667 pixels.
When converting points to pixels, the standard conversion is based on the fact that 1 point equals 1/72 of an inch, and pixels depend on the screen’s resolution, typically 96 pixels per inch. Multiplying points by 96/72 gives the pixel value.
Conversion Tool
Result in pixels:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points to pixels is:
pixels = points × (96 ÷ 72)
Where 96 is the number of pixels per inch for most screens, and 72 is the number of points per inch. Points are a unit used in print and typography, while pixels are screen units.
Step-by-step calculation for 8 points:
- Start with 8 points.
- Multiply 8 by (96 ÷ 72), which equals 8 × 1.3333.
- The result is 10.6667 pixels.
Conversion Example
- Convert 12 points to pixels:
- Multiply 12 by (96 ÷ 72) = 12 × 1.3333.
- Result is 16 pixels.
- Convert 5 points to pixels:
- Multiply 5 by 1.3333.
- Result is 6.6667 pixels.
- Convert 20 points to pixels:
- Multiply 20 by 1.3333.
- Result is 26.6667 pixels.
- Convert 0 points to pixels:
- Multiply 0 by 1.3333.
- Result is 0 pixels, no size.
Conversion Chart
| Points | Pixels |
|---|---|
| -17.0 | -22.6667 |
| -16.0 | -21.3333 |
| -15.0 | -20.0000 |
| -14.0 | -18.6667 |
| -13.0 | -17.3333 |
| -12.0 | -16.0000 |
| -11.0 | -14.6667 |
| -10.0 | -13.3333 |
| -9.0 | -12.0000 |
| -8.0 | -10.6667 |
| -7.0 | -9.3333 |
| -6.0 | -8.0000 |
| -5.0 | -6.6667 |
| -4.0 | -5.3333 |
| -3.0 | -4.0000 |
| -2.0 | -2.6667 |
| -1.0 | -1.3333 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 1.0 | 1.3333 |
| 2.0 | 2.6667 |
| 3.0 | 4.0000 |
| 4.0 | 5.3333 |
| 5.0 | 6.6667 |
| 6.0 | 8.0000 |
| 7.0 | 9.3333 |
| 8.0 | 10.6667 |
| 9.0 | 12.0000 |
| 10.0 | 13.3333 |
| 11.0 | 14.6667 |
| 12.0 | 16.0000 |
| 13.0 | 17.3333 |
| 14.0 | 18.6667 |
| 15.0 | 20.0000 |
| 16.0 | 21.3333 |
| 17.0 | 22.6667 |
| 18.0 | 24.0000 |
| 19.0 | 25.3333 |
| 20.0 | 26.6667 |
| 21.0 | 28.0000 |
| 22.0 | 29.3333 |
| 23.0 | 30.6667 |
| 24.0 | 32.0000 |
| 25.0 | 33.3333 |
| 26.0 | 34.6667 |
| 27.0 | 36.0000 |
| 28.0 | 37.3333 |
| 29.0 | 38.6667 |
| 30.0 | 40.0000 |
| 31.0 | 41.3333 |
| 32.0 | 42.6667 |
| 33.0 | 44.0000 |
The chart shows points values on left, pixels on right. To find pixels for any points between -17.0 and 33.0, use this table or the formula for exact results.
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Conversion Definitions
Points: A point is a unit of measure commonly used in typography, equal to 1/72 of an inch. It describes the size of fonts and other printed elements. Points provide a consistent, physical size, regardless of screen or resolution differences.
Pixels: Pixels are the smallest units of a digital image or display, representing a single point of color. The size of a pixel varies depending on screen resolution and density, making pixels a relative unit for screen measurements.
Conversion FAQs
Why does 1 point equal 1/72 of an inch?
The point system originates from traditional printing. Printers use points as a unit to standardize font sizes and layout measurements. The 1/72 inch definition makes it easy to convert to inches and other physical dimensions for printed media.
Will the pixel value change on screens with different DPI?
Yes, pixels per inch (PPI) or dots per inch (DPI) varies among devices. The formula assumes 96 DPI, common for many screens. On devices with higher DPI, the same point value may appear larger or smaller in pixels, affecting visual size.
Can I use the conversion formula for negative point values?
Mathematically, negative points can be converted by the formula, but negative font sizes or measurements don’t have practical meaning in most contexts. Usually, only positive point values are used for font sizes.
Is the conversion formula accurate for all types of display?
The formula works well for typical desktop displays with 96 DPI standard. For displays with different DPI or scaling settings, pixel size might vary, so the formula is a good approximation but not always exact on all devices.
How does this conversion affect responsive web design?
Using points for font sizes in web design is uncommon because pixels or relative units like ems or rems provide better control across devices. Converting points to pixels helps when designing for print-like precision but may not suit all responsive layouts.