The default of 96 PPI matches the CSS reference pixel used by Windows and most web browsers. Screens commonly range from about 110 PPI on a desktop monitor to 460 PPI on a phone, while print work normally uses 300 DPI. Change the density to compare how the same pixel width looks on different devices or in print.
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Formula used
inches = pixels ÷ PPI · pixels = inches × PPI · web default PPI = 96, print = 300
How to use the Pixels to Inches Converter
- Enter the pixel dimension you want to convert.
- Set the pixel density - 96 for web, 300 for print.
- Read the physical size in inches.
- Or type inches to find how many pixels you need.
About this tool
The Pixels to Inches Converter is built for speed and accuracy: every calculation runs in your browser, so your data never leaves your device and the result updates as you type. It works equally well on a phone, a tablet or a desktop, and it is free to use as many times as you like.
Common use cases
- Sizing a web banner or widget in CSS pixels.
- Working out print size for a photo at 300 DPI.
- Comparing retina and standard display layouts.
- Checking whether an image is large enough to print.
Tips for the best result
- Use the latest figures you have - even a small change in rate or term can shift the outcome by hundreds.
- For annual figures, divide by 12 to get a monthly number you can compare with the result.
- Bookmark this page and revisit the calculation as the inputs change.
Frequently asked questions
What PPI should I use?
For web and CSS work use 96. For print, use the output device resolution - usually 300 DPI for photos and 150 DPI for large format.
Are PPI and DPI the same thing?
Strictly, PPI is pixels per inch on a screen and DPI is dots per inch from a printer. In practice the numbers are used interchangeably for size conversion.
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