24 pt is equal to 32 pixels.
The conversion from points (pt) to pixels (px) depends on the resolution and standard settings where 1 pt equals 1/72 of an inch, and pixels are screen-dependent but commonly calculated as 1 pt = 1.3333 pixels at 96 DPI (dots per inch).
Conversion Tool
Result in pixels:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points to pixels is:
pixels = points × (96 / 72)
This formula works because points (pt) are a physical measurement where 1 point equals 1/72 of an inch. Pixels depend on the screen resolution, which is often set at 96 DPI (dots per inch) for standard displays. So, multiplying points by (96/72) converts the physical length into pixel units.
Example calculation for 24 pt:
- Start with 24 points.
- Multiply by 96/72: 24 × (96 ÷ 72) = 24 × 1.3333.
- Result: 32 pixels.
Conversion Example
- 12 pt to pixels:
- 12 × (96 ÷ 72) = 12 × 1.3333
- Result: 16 pixels
- 36 pt to pixels:
- 36 × (96 ÷ 72) = 36 × 1.3333
- Result: 48 pixels
- 18 pt to pixels:
- 18 × (96 ÷ 72) = 18 × 1.3333
- Result: 24 pixels
- 10 pt to pixels:
- 10 × (96 ÷ 72) = 10 × 1.3333
- Result: 13.3333 pixels
- 48 pt to pixels:
- 48 × (96 ÷ 72) = 48 × 1.3333
- Result: 64 pixels
Conversion Chart
This chart shows values from -1.0 to 49.0 points and their equivalent in pixels. Negative point values can appear in some graphic contexts but represent measurements below zero. To use the chart, find the point value and read across to see the pixel conversion based on the 96 DPI standard.
| Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|
| -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 |
| 34.0 | 45.3333 |
| 35.0 | 46.6667 |
| 36.0 | 48.0000 |
| 37.0 | 49.3333 |
| 38.0 | 50.6667 |
| 39.0 | 52.0000 |
| 40.0 | 53.3333 |
| 41.0 | 54.6667 |
| 42.0 | 56.0000 |
| 43.0 | 57.3333 |
| 44.0 | 58.6667 |
| 45.0 | 60.0000 |
| 46.0 | 61.3333 |
| 47.0 | 62.6667 |
| 48.0 | 64.0000 |
| 49.0 | 65.3333 |
Related Conversion Questions
- What is the pixel equivalent of 24 pt in CSS?
- How many pixels does 24 points convert to on a 96 DPI screen?
- Is 24 pt font size always 32 pixels on all screens?
- How to convert 24 pt into pixels for web design?
- Does 24 pt equal 32 pixels in Photoshop?
- Why does 24 pt not always match 32 pixels on different devices?
- What formula do I use to convert 24 pt to pixels accurately?
Conversion Definitions
pt (Point): A point is a unit of measure commonly used in typography and printing. It’s equal to 1/72 of an inch. Points measure the size of fonts, spacing, and other print elements to ensure consistency across different mediums. This unit is independent of screen resolution.
Pixels: Pixels are the smallest units of a digital image or display. They represent a single point of color on screens. Unlike points, pixels depends on screen resolution and size, so their physical size varies between devices. Pixels are used for screen rendering and web design.
Conversion FAQs
Why does converting 24 pt to pixels depend on screen DPI?
The conversion from points to pixels depends on the screen’s DPI (dots per inch) because points measure physical length while pixels represent screen dots. Screens with different DPI settings display pixels at varying sizes, so 24 pt equals different pixel values depending on the DPI, commonly 96 DPI is standard.
Can 24 pt be exactly 32 pixels on all devices?
No, 24 pt equals 32 pixels only on devices using 96 DPI. Devices with higher or lower DPI will render pixels differently, so the pixel count for 24 pt can vary, making exact matching impossible across all screens. It’s best to consider DPI when converting points to pixels.
How does CSS handle pt to pixel conversions for fonts?
CSS treats points as absolute units but converts them to pixels using the screen’s DPI. On standard monitors at 96 DPI, 1 pt equals about 1.333 pixels. Browsers calculate font sizes based on this formula, but scaling or zoom can affect the apparent pixel size, causing variation in font rendering.
Is there any difference between print and screen when converting 24 pt to pixels?
Yes, printing uses points as physical measurements and does not involve pixels. Screens render pixels which vary in size with resolution. So, 24 pt means the same physical size in print but converts to pixels depending on screen DPI, resulting in different pixel dimensions on various devices.
Does the conversion formula change for high-resolution displays?
The formula itself (pixels = points × 96/72) remains the same, but in high-resolution displays (like Retina), the effective DPI is higher, so pixels appear smaller and more numerous for the same point size. This means 24 pt might display as more pixels physically, but the formula still applies for CSS pixel units.