240 pt equals 320 px.
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The conversion from points (pt) to pixels (px) depends on the standard resolution where 1 pt equals 1.3333 px. Therefore, multiplying 240 pt by 1.3333 gives the pixel equivalent, which is 320 px.
Conversion Tool
Result in px:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points (pt) to pixels (px) is:
px = pt × 1.3333
Since a point is traditionally defined as 1/72 of an inch, and pixels depend on screen resolution, the common assumption is 96 pixels per inch. Dividing 96 by 72 gives 1.3333, the conversion factor.
For example, to convert 240 pt to px:
- Multiply 240 (pt) by 1.3333
- 240 × 1.3333 = 320 px
This means 240 points on screen equals 320 pixels.
Conversion Example
- Convert 150 pt to px:
- Multiply 150 by 1.3333
- 150 × 1.3333 = 199.995 px
- Rounded result: 200 px
- Convert 90 pt to px:
- Multiply 90 by 1.3333
- 90 × 1.3333 = 119.997 px
- Rounded result: 120 px
- Convert 60 pt to px:
- Multiply 60 by 1.3333
- 60 × 1.3333 = 79.998 px
- Rounded result: 80 px
- Convert 30 pt to px:
- Multiply 30 by 1.3333
- 30 × 1.3333 = 39.999 px
- Rounded result: 40 px
Conversion Chart
| Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|
| 215.0 | 286.6645 |
| 220.0 | 293.326 |
| 225.0 | 299.9925 |
| 230.0 | 306.659 |
| 235.0 | 313.3315 |
| 240.0 | 320.0 |
| 245.0 | 326.6585 |
| 250.0 | 333.325 |
| 255.0 | 339.9915 |
| 260.0 | 346.658 |
| 265.0 | 353.3305 |
Use the chart by finding the pt value in the left column, then read across to see the equivalent px value. This helps quickly convert points to pixels without calculation.
Related Conversion Questions
- How many pixels are 240 points on a 96 DPI screen?
- What is the pixel value for 240 pt in CSS?
- Does 240 pt equal 320 px on all devices?
- How do you convert 240 pt fonts to pixels for web design?
- Is 240 pt always larger than 320 px?
- What’s the difference between 240 pt and 240 px?
- How to calculate pixels from 240 points in image editing software?
Conversion Definitions
pt (point): A unit of measurement mostly used in printing and typography, where 1 point equals 1/72 of an inch. Points measure font size and spacing in documents, providing consistent sizing across different devices and media, although it doesn’t directly correspond to screen pixels without conversion.
px (pixel): The smallest unit of measurement on a digital screen, representing a single dot that forms images and text. Pixels vary in physical size depending on screen resolution and density, making their real-world size different between monitors, phones, and tablets.
Conversion FAQs
Why does 1 pt equal 1.3333 px and not 1 px?
Points are based on inches, defined as 1/72 inch, while pixels depend on screen resolution. For standard screens at 96 DPI (dots per inch), 1 inch equals 96 pixels. Dividing 96 pixels by 72 points gives 1.3333 px per pt, so points appear larger than pixels.
Will 240 pt always display as 320 px on every device?
No, the conversion assumes a screen resolution of 96 DPI. Devices with different pixel densities, like Retina displays, may display pixels differently, making 240 pt not always equal to 320 px visually. The formula suits standard-resolution screens best.
Can I use pt values directly in CSS for web design?
While CSS supports pt units, pixels are preferred for screen layouts because they map directly to screen dots. Using pt can cause inconsistent rendering across devices with different DPI settings, so px units are more reliable for web design precision.
How do I convert px back to pt?
To convert pixels to points, divide the pixel value by 1.3333. This reverses the pt to px conversion, assuming 96 DPI screens. For example, 320 px divided by 1.3333 results in 240 pt.
Is the pt to px conversion affected by zoom settings in browsers?
Yes, zooming changes how pixels are rendered on screen but does not affect points directly. Zoom can make px sizes appear larger or smaller, but pt units remain consistent relative to physical measurements, potentially causing layout differences.