Maxi Calculator

Pixels to Inches Converter

Convert between screen pixels and physical measurements with PPI/DPI awareness

Pixels to Inches Converter

Enter the number of pixels

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How to Use the Calculator

Converting between pixels and physical measurements is simple:

  • Select your conversion direction (Pixels to Inches or vice versa)
  • Enter your value
  • Choose a PPI (Pixels Per Inch) setting or enter a custom value
  • Click "Convert" to see results
  • View conversions in pixels, inches, centimeters, and millimeters
Understanding PPI/DPI

Common PPI/DPI Values

  • 72 PPI: Traditional web/screen standard
  • 96 PPI: Windows default display density
  • 150 PPI: Minimum recommended for quality prints
  • 300 PPI: Standard for professional printing
  • 326+ PPI: Modern mobile device screens (Retina)

PPI (Pixels Per Inch) and DPI (Dots Per Inch) are often used interchangeably, though DPI technically refers to printer resolution while PPI refers to screen resolution.

Common Screen Resolutions

Standard Display Resolutions

  • HD (1280 × 720 pixels)
  • Full HD (1920 × 1080 pixels)
  • 2K (2560 × 1440 pixels)
  • 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 pixels)
  • 8K UHD (7680 × 4320 pixels)

Mobile Device Resolutions

  • iPhone 12 Pro (2532 × 1170 pixels, 460 PPI)
  • iPad Pro 12.9" (2732 × 2048 pixels, 264 PPI)
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 (3200 × 1440 pixels, 515 PPI)
Practical Uses
  • Web design and development
  • Print design and preparation
  • Digital image sizing
  • Screen size calculations
  • Marketing material preparation
  • UI/UX design
  • Photography printing
  • Banner and signage design
Frequently Asked Questions

What PPI should I use for my project?

For web/screen display, 72-96 PPI is standard. For printing, use 300 PPI for high quality or 150 PPI for acceptable quality. For mobile apps, check device-specific PPI values.

Why do my printed images look different from the screen?

Screen display (PPI) and print resolution (DPI) can differ. Always prepare images at the intended output resolution for best results. Screen preview may not match exact print dimensions.

How do I determine the PPI of my screen?

Divide your screen's pixel width by its physical width in inches. Modern devices often have this information in their specifications. Our calculator includes common PPI values for reference.