Convert point to inch (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to inch (US survey) [in (US)], or Convert inch (US survey) to point.
How to Convert Point to Inch (Us Survey)
1 point = 0.0138888619860556 in (US)
Example: convert 15 point to in (US):
15 point = 15 × 0.0138888619860556 in (US) = 0.208332929790833 in (US)
Point to Inch (Us Survey) Conversion Table
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Point
A point is a unit of typographical measurement. In the context of printing, it is approximately 1/72 of an inch.
History/Origin
The point system of typography was developed in the 18th century. It provides a standardized way to measure font sizes and leading.
Current Use
The point is the standard unit for measuring font sizes in both print and digital media.
Inch (Us Survey)
The U.S. survey inch is a unit of length equal to 1/12 of a U.S. survey foot.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey inch is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was defined such that 1 meter is exactly 39.37 inches. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey inch was used for land surveying in the United States.