Mil to Point Converter (mil to pt)

How to convert mils to points

1 mil is equal to 0.072 points, and 1 point is equal to 13.88888889 mils. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:

points = mils × 0.072
points = mils ÷ 13.88888889

Example: convert 15 mil to pt: 15 × 0.072 = 1.08 pt.

The mil (or thou) is one thousandth of an inch (25.4 µm). It's used for wire diameters, plastic sheet thickness and circuit board tracks.

Symbol: mil · 1 mil = 0.0000254 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 mil?

There are 0.072 points in 1 mil (mil).

How many mils are in a point?

1 point (pt) equals 13.88888889 mils.

How do I convert mils to points?

Multiply the length in mils by 0.072. For example, 15 mil × 0.072 = 1.08 pt.

How do I convert points to mils?

Divide the length in points by 0.072, or multiply it by 13.88888889. You can also use the Point to Mil converter.