Instantly convert VH to PT and PT to VH
A simple and fast tool to convert viewport height (vh) units to point (pt) values and vice versa for your web designs.
How to Convert VH to PT
Step 1: Determine the Viewport Height
Identify the viewport height you are targeting. A common desktop height is 1080px. Enter this value in the “Viewport Height” field.
Step 2: Use the Conversion Formula
The formula to convert VH to points is: `(VH Value / 100 * Viewport Height) * 0.75`. This is because 1px is equal to 0.75pt.
Result in PT = (VH * Viewport Height / 100) * 0.75
Step 3: Example Calculation
If you want to convert 10vh to points for a 1080px tall viewport, the calculation is:
(10 / 100 * 1080) * 0.75 = 81
So, 10vh is equal to 81pt on a 1080px tall screen.
Common VH to PT Reference
A quick reference table based on the viewport height set above.
VH to PT Converter Information
Understanding VH Units
The `vh` unit stands for “viewport height”. It is a relative unit where 1vh is equal to 1% of the browser’s viewport height. This is particularly useful for creating elements that should take up a certain portion of the screen’s height, regardless of the device.
Understanding Points (PT)
The point (pt) is a traditional unit of measurement for typography, commonly used in print design. One point is equal to 1/72 of an inch. In the context of web design, where the standard screen density is 96 DPI, 1 point is equivalent to 1.333 pixels, and conversely, 1 pixel is 0.75 points.
Why Convert VH to PT?
Converting `vh` to `pt` is useful when you need to bridge the gap between fluid web design and the fixed units of print design. This is important for:
- Print Stylesheets: When creating stylesheets specifically for printing a webpage, converting `vh` values to `pt` ensures that the typography is rendered correctly on paper.
- Design Consistency: For projects that have both a web and a print component (like a brand guide), converting between `vh` and `pt` helps maintain a consistent typographic scale across different media.
- Client Communication: When discussing font sizes with clients or designers who are more familiar with print terminology, providing the `pt` equivalent of a `vh` value can be clearer.