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Web Unit Converter

Convert between different units used in web development like px, rem, em, vh, vw

Input

Settings

Base size for rem conversions (usually 16px)

Parent element size for em and % conversions

Viewport

Conversions

Pixels (px)0
Root EM (rem)0
EM (em)0
Viewport Height (vh)0
Viewport Width (vw)0
Percent (%)0
Centimeters (cm)0
Millimeters (mm)0
Inches (in)0
Points (pt)0
Calculations used:
  • 1rem = 16px
  • 1em = 16px (parent)
  • 1vh = 10.8px
  • 1vw = 19.2px
  • 1in = 96px (96 DPI)

Understanding Web Units: A Guide to Conversion

Web development involves working with different units of measurement, including pixels (px), rem, em, viewport height (vh), and viewport width (vw). Each unit has its own use case and conversion rules.

Pixels (px) are the most common unit of measurement in web development, used for setting font sizes, widths, and heights. However, pixels can be limiting when it comes to responsive design, as they do not scale well with different screen sizes.

Rem units are relative to the root element font size, making them a popular choice for responsive design. Em units are relative to the parent element font size, making them useful for creating scalable typography.

Viewport units (vh and vw) are relative to the viewport size, making them useful for creating responsive layouts. Our unit converter tool makes it easy to convert between these units, ensuring that your web development projects are responsive and scalable.

In addition to unit conversion, our tool also provides features like calculations and settings, making it a powerful tool for web development.