EM to PT Converter- Floor to EM Converter in a Flash.

The type is among the most important aspects of design whether it is a web page, a computer based ad or a paper brochure. But what will be the case when you need to change between measurements- points (PT) and EMs? That is where PT to EM Converter provided by ToolsMate comes in.

It is a free web based tool that enables one to change points to EM and vice versa virtually in real time, enabling designers, developers and UI/UX people to have an identical and reactive typography cross devices and screen sizes.

What Is a Point (PT)?

The most common unit of typography is known as a point (PT). It dictates the size of writing, spacing among other things on a print and electronic layout.

• 1 point = 1/72 of an inch

The font size is 12 point, which is a sixth of an inch high.

The execution of points has been greatly used in desktop publishing and the print media as it provides precise and definite sizes. However, with regard to web design, the PT units sometimes can result in a responsiveness issue – especially in other screen resolutions.

Example:

At 16pt the heading size will always be the same size on the screen regardless of the screen size or resolution. It is terrific on paper, but it is not necessarily ideal on fluid layouts.

What Is an EM (Em)?

EM (Em) is a relativeCSS unit which is used to determine the scalable typography. EM is adaptive, as compared to PT, which always occupies the same physical size.

• 1 EM = the current font size

So, in the case of parent element of 16px (or 12pt) font, then:

• 1em = 16px (or 12pt)
• 2em = 32px (or 24pt)
• 0.5em = 8px (or 6pt)

This facilitates the fact that EM may be an excellent element of a responsive web design, such elements are required to enlarge or shrink, relative to the scale of the screen.

Example:

With a font size of 12, and a 1.5em heading, your heading will appear 18 poor (1.5 x 12). Later when you change the base font size to 14pt, your layout will not turn out to be a mess as the heading will automatically turn into 21pt.

PT to EM Conversion Formula

Base font size determines the ratio of PT to EM. Using a regular web base font 16p (or 12pt) however, the equation is:

EM = PT × 0.0833

Or inversely:

PT = EM × 12

10 × 0.0833 = 0.833EM

Thus a 10pt = 0.833em (base font size 12pt).

This conversion will be applied to ensure that your text is proportionately scaled to ensure that your design will remain unchanged in different platforms.

How to use the PT to EM Converter Step by Step.

ToolsMate PT to EM Converter conversion is quick, accurate and simple to operate. Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Enter Your Value

Input the figure to get the PT input box as a number. As an example, enter 10 and transfer 10 points to EM.

Step 2: Get Instant Conversion

The calculator computes and provides the equivalent EM value automatically in the result box. The results will be presented in real-time without clicking of the buttons.

Step 3: Reverse Conversion (Optional)

You can also write a number and enter it on the EM box and the number will automatically enter on PT.

Step 4: Copy and Use

Copy the changed figure and copy and paste it into your design or coded program. The tool is a convenient solution to make your workflow not slow by providing fast and quality conversions.

PT to EM Conversion Table

A fast conversion table on common conversions (assuming that 1 PT = 0.0833 EM) is the following: