20 pt equals 26.6667 px.
To convert 20 points (pt) to pixels (px), multiply the point value by 1.3333. This is because 1 pt equals 1.3333 px based on the standard screen resolution of 96 dpi.
Conversion Tool
Result in px:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points (pt) to pixels (px) is:
pixels = points × 1.3333
Why this works: Points are a print measurement based on 1/72 of an inch. Pixels are screen units, and screens often have 96 pixels per inch (dpi). Since 96 / 72 = 1.3333, multiplying points by 1.3333 gives the equivalent pixel value.
Example calculation for 20 pt:
- Start with 20 pt
- Multiply by 1.3333
- 20 × 1.3333 = 26.666
- So, 20 pt equals approximately 26.6667 px
Conversion Example
- 12 pt to px:
- 12 × 1.3333 = 16 px
- The result is exactly 16 pixels
- 15 pt to px:
- 15 multiplied by 1.3333 equals 20
- So 15 pt converts to 20 px
- 7.5 pt to px:
- Multiply 7.5 by 1.3333
- 7.5 × 1.3333 = 10
- Therefore, 7.5 pt is 10 px
- 30 pt to px:
- 30 × 1.3333 equals 40
- Resulting in 40 px
Conversion Chart
The table below shows point values from -5.0 to 45.0 converted to pixels. Use this chart by locating the point value you want, then reading the corresponding pixel value in the table.
| Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|
| -5.0 | -6.6665 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 5.0 | 6.6665 |
| 10.0 | 13.3330 |
| 15.0 | 20.0000 |
| 20.0 | 26.6667 |
| 25.0 | 33.3325 |
| 30.0 | 39.9990 |
| 35.0 | 46.6655 |
| 40.0 | 53.3320 |
| 45.0 | 59.9985 |
Related Conversion Questions
- How many pixels are in 20 points on a 96 dpi screen?
- What px value matches 20 pt in CSS units?
- Is 20 pt always equal to 26.6667 px on all devices?
- How does screen resolution affect converting 20 pt to px?
- Can 20 pt be converted to pixels for web design purposes?
- Why does 20 pt equal 26.6667 pixels rather than 20 pixels?
- How to calculate px from 20 pt without a calculator?
Conversion Definitions
pt (point): A unit of length used in typography and print, representing 1/72 of an inch. Points describe font sizes, spacing, and layout dimensions in printed materials and some digital formats. The point ensures consistency in physical measurements across devices.
px (pixel): The smallest controllable element of a digital image or display, representing a single dot on a screen. Pixel size varies depending on screen resolution and device density, making px a relative measurement in digital design and web development.
Conversion FAQs
Does the conversion from pt to px change with screen resolution?
Yes, because pixels are device-dependent units. The standard conversion assumes 96 dpi screens, but on higher or lower resolution displays, the pixel size changes, affecting how many pixels correspond to a point. Thus, 20 pt might show differently on various devices.
Why isn’t 1 pt equal to 1 px?
Points measure physical length based on inches (1 pt = 1/72 inch), while pixels are screen dots whose size depends on resolution. Since most screens have 96 pixels per inch, one point equals 1.3333 pixels, not 1 pixel. This difference causes the conversion factor.
Can I use pt units in web design instead of px?
While CSS supports pt units, px is more common for screen layouts because it directly relates to screen pixels. Pt units are better for print or when physical measurements matter. Using pt in web design can lead to inconsistent rendering across devices.
Is the conversion exact for all point values?
Technically, the conversion factor is constant, but rounding errors can occur when converting fractional points to pixels. Also, some devices apply scaling, so displayed pixel sizes may not precisely match calculated values, causing minor discrepancies.
How do browsers handle pt to px conversions when rendering fonts?
Browsers convert pt units to px based on assumed screen resolution (usually 96 dpi). They multiply pt by 1.3333 to get px. However, browser zoom, device pixel ratio, and rendering engines may adjust the final pixel size, leading to slight variations in font size display.