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inches to pt Converter

Convert inches to pt instantly. Includes a reference table and formula.

Quick answer: To convert inches to pt, multiply by 72. For example, 1 inches = 72 pt. Use the calculator below for any value.
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Common conversions
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Formula:

How to convert inches to pt

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Enter your value

Type the number of inches you want to convert into the left box. The result in pt appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.

2

Use the swap button

Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — pt to inches. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.

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About inches and pt

inches and pt are both print and typography units. Use this converter to switch between them instantly.

💡 Did you know?

1 inch = 72 points. The 'point' was the smallest unit of traditional typesetting. When PostScript was standardised in 1985, Adobe defined 1 point = 1/72 inch exactly, overriding various historical point sizes. This is why 12-point type on a 72 DPI screen = 12 pixels exactly.

📊 Common conversions at a glance
inches pt
0.1 7.2
0.25 18
0.5 36
1 72
2 144
3 216
Reviewed for 2026. inches ↔ pt conversion factor verified against published reference data. Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project.