Instantly convert VW to PT and PT to VW
A simple and fast tool to convert viewport width (vw) units to point (pt) values and vice versa for your web designs.
How to Convert VW to PT
Step 1: Determine the Viewport Width
Identify the viewport width you are targeting. Common desktop widths are 1920px or 1440px. Enter this value in the “Viewport Width” field.
Step 2: Use the Conversion Formula
The formula to convert VW to points is: `(VW Value / 100 * Viewport Width) * 0.75`. This is because 1px is equal to 0.75pt.
Result in PT = (VW * Viewport Width / 100) * 0.75
Step 3: Example Calculation
If you want to convert 10vw to points for a 1920px wide viewport, the calculation is:
(10 / 100 * 1920) * 0.75 = 144
So, 10vw is equal to 144pt on a 1920px wide screen.
Common VW to PT Reference
A quick reference table based on the viewport width set above.
VW to PT Converter Information
Understanding VW Units
The `vw` unit stands for “viewport width”. It is a relative unit where 1vw is equal to 1% of the browser’s viewport width. This makes it incredibly powerful for creating fluid layouts and typography that scale smoothly as the user resizes their browser window.
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 VW to PT?
Converting `vw` 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 `vw` 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 `vw` 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 `vw` value can be clearer.