Foot to Point Converter (ft to pt)

How to convert feet to points

1 foot is equal to 864 points, and 1 point is equal to 0.001157407407 feet. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

points = feet × 864
points = feet ÷ 0.001157407407

Example: convert 15 ft to pt: 15 × 864 = 12,960 pt.

The international foot is exactly 0.3048 m, or 12 inches. It's used in the US and UK for height, building dimensions and aircraft altitude.

Symbol: ft · 1 ft = 0.3048 m · Category: Imperial & US customary

The desktop publishing (PostScript) point is 1/72 of an inch (0.3528 mm). Font sizes such as 12 pt are measured in points.

Symbol: pt · 1 pt = 0.0003527777778 m · Category: Typography

Frequently asked questions

How many points are in a foot?

There are 864 points in 1 foot (ft).

How many feet are in a point?

1 point (pt) equals 0.001157407407 feet.

How do I convert feet to points?

Multiply the length in feet by 864. For example, 15 ft × 864 = 12,960 pt.

How do I convert points to feet?

Divide the length in points by 864, or multiply it by 0.001157407407. You can also use the Point to Foot converter.