🖨️ Print & Typography
points (pt) to mm Converter
Convert points (pt) to mm instantly with a reference conversion table.
Quick answer: To convert points (pt) to mm, multiply by 0.352778. For example, 1 points (pt) = 0.352778 mm. Use the calculator below for any value.
points (pt) to mm
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Common conversions
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Formula:
How to convert points (pt) to mm
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Enter your value
Type the number of points (pt) you want to convert into the left box. The result in mm appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
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Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — mm to points (pt). Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
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About points (pt) and mm
points (pt) and mm are common print measurements.
💡 Did you know?
12 pt = 4.233mm. The typographer's standard body text size. 10pt ≈ 3.527mm. These mm values matter when designing for print — a text block specified in mm must translate back to points for the typesetter.
📊 Common conversions at a glance
| points (pt) | mm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.3528 |
| 2 | 0.7056 |
| 4 | 1.411 |
| 6 | 2.117 |
| 8 | 2.822 |
| 9 | 3.175 |
Reviewed for 2026. points (pt) ↔ mm 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.