Points to Ems

Convert points (pt) to ems (em) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.

Points (pt)

Ems (em)

1 pt = 0.083333 em

Full precision:0.083333 em

Step-by-Step Solution

To convert 1 points to ems, we divide by 12 because one em equals exactly 12 points.

1 em = 12 points

Since there are 12 points in every em, we divide our value by this factor:

1 ÷ 12 = 0.083333 ems

So 1 points = 0.083333 ems.

✓Quick check: 0.083333 × 12 = 1 points

How to Convert Points to Ems

To convert points to ems, divide the value by 12.

Ems = Points ÷ 12

1 em = 12 points

Tip: To convert ems back to points, multiply by 12.

Example 1: 1 pt = 0.083333 em
1 ÷ 12 = 0.083333

Example 2: 5 pt = 0.41667 em
5 ÷ 12 = 0.41667

Example 3: 10 pt = 0.83333 em
10 ÷ 12 = 0.83333