Convert point to mil
Please provide values below to convert point [point] to mil [mil, thou], or Convert mil to point.
How to Convert Point to Mil
1 point = 13.8888897637795 mil, thou
Example: convert 15 point to mil, thou:
15 point = 15 × 13.8888897637795 mil, thou = 208.333346456693 mil, thou
Point to Mil 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.
Mil
A mil, also known as a thou, is a unit of length equal to one-thousandth of an inch.
History/Origin
The mil was introduced in the 19th century as a convenient unit for fine measurements in engineering and manufacturing.
Current Use
The mil is still used in some manufacturing and engineering contexts, particularly in the United States, for specifying the thickness of materials like paper and wire.