PX to CM Converter
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To convert px to cm, divide the pixel value by the PPI (pixels per inch), then multiply by 2.54. At the standard screen resolution of 96 PPI, 1 pixel equals 0.0265 centimeters. The formula is: Centimeters = Pixels / PPI x 2.54.
Use the free px to cm converter below to get instant results at any PPI value. Enter your pixel count, set the PPI for your device or print project, and get the centimeter equivalent in one click.
The conversion between pixels and centimeters depends entirely on PPI. A 1080 px image measures 28.575 cm at 96 PPI but only 9.144 cm at 300 PPI. That gap of nearly 20 cm is why designers preparing the same asset for both web and print need a reliable pixels to centimeters calculator rather than a rough guess.
Written by the POSIMYTH Innovations team. All conversion values, PPI references, and tool recommendations in this article were last verified in April 2026 on WordPress 6.9.4 with The Plus Addons for Elementor v6.4.12.
Note: The default PPI is set to 96, which is the standard screen resolution for most Windows and web displays. Change the PPI value to match your target output (for example, 300 for high-quality print).
How to Convert Pixels to Centimeters
Converting pixels to centimeters takes three inputs: the pixel value, the target PPI, and the constant 2.54 (the number of centimeters in one inch). Divide pixels by PPI to get inches, then multiply by 2.54 to get centimeters. The result changes every time the PPI changes, which is why picking the right PPI for your output matters more than the formula itself.
The formula: Centimeters = (Pixels / PPI) x 2.54
Step 1: Identify the pixel value you want to convert. For example, you have an image that is 1080 pixels wide.
Step 2: Determine the PPI of your target output. For a standard screen, use 96 PPI. For high-quality print, use 300 PPI.
Step 3: Divide the pixel value by the PPI. At 96 PPI: 1080 / 96 = 11.25 inches. At 300 PPI: 1080 / 300 = 3.6 inches.
Step 4: Multiply by 2.54 to convert inches to centimeters. At 96 PPI: 11.25 x 2.54 = 28.575 cm. At 300 PPI: 3.6 x 2.54 = 9.144 cm.
The difference between those two results (28.575 cm vs. 9.144 cm) demonstrates why PPI matters. The same 1080 px image prints at completely different physical sizes depending on the resolution setting. In our own testing across a batch of client print files, switching from a 96 PPI export to a 300 PPI export without updating the pixel dimensions reduced the printed image to a third of its intended size.
PX to CM Conversion Table (72, 96, 150, and 300 PPI)
This pixels to cm conversion table shows results across four common PPI settings: 72 (classic Mac displays), 96 (Windows default), 150 (medium-resolution print), and 300 (high-quality print). Every value is calculated using the formula Centimeters = Pixels / PPI x 2.54 and rounded to three decimal places.
| Pixels (px) | CM at 72 PPI | CM at 96 PPI | CM at 150 PPI | CM at 300 PPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 3.528 | 2.646 | 1.693 | 0.847 |
| 200 | 7.056 | 5.292 | 3.387 | 1.693 |
| 300 | 10.583 | 7.938 | 5.080 | 2.540 |
| 400 | 14.111 | 10.583 | 6.773 | 3.387 |
| 500 | 17.639 | 13.229 | 8.467 | 4.233 |
| 600 | 21.167 | 15.875 | 10.160 | 5.080 |
| 700 | 24.694 | 18.521 | 11.853 | 5.927 |
| 800 | 28.222 | 21.167 | 13.547 | 6.773 |
| 900 | 31.750 | 23.813 | 15.240 | 7.620 |
| 1000 | 35.278 | 26.458 | 16.933 | 8.467 |
| 1080 | 38.100 | 28.575 | 18.288 | 9.144 |
| 1200 | 42.333 | 31.750 | 20.320 | 10.160 |
| 1440 | 50.800 | 38.100 | 24.384 | 12.192 |
| 1920 | 67.733 | 50.800 | 32.512 | 16.256 |
| 2560 | 90.311 | 67.733 | 43.347 | 21.673 |
As a shortcut: at 96 PPI, multiply the pixel value by 0.02646 to get centimeters. At 300 PPI, multiply by 0.00847. Those two constants cover the vast majority of web and print use cases.
What Is PPI and Why Does It Affect the PX to CM Conversion?
PPI (pixels per inch) defines how many pixels fit into one physical inch on a screen or printed page. A higher PPI packs more pixels into the same space, making each pixel physically smaller. That is why a 500 px image measures 13.23 cm on a 96 PPI screen but only 4.23 cm when printed at 300 PPI.
PPI and DPI (dots per inch) are often used interchangeably, though they describe different things. PPI refers to screen resolution, while DPI refers to printer output. For the purpose of converting pixels to centimeters, both values plug into the same formula and return the same result.
According to Adobe’s print production guidelines, 300 PPI is the minimum resolution for high-quality print output. Anything below 150 PPI produces visible pixelation in printed materials. For web display, 72 to 96 PPI is standard because screens are viewed at arm’s length and the eye cannot resolve the extra detail.
Here are the most common PPI values you will encounter across devices and print standards:
| PPI Value | Where It Is Used | 1 px in cm |
|---|---|---|
| 72 | Classic Mac displays, older web standard | 0.03528 |
| 96 | Windows default, modern web standard | 0.02646 |
| 150 | Medium-quality print (newspapers, drafts) | 0.01693 |
| 300 | High-quality print (photos, brochures, business cards) | 0.00847 |
| 326 | Apple iPhone Retina display | 0.00779 |
According to a 2024 StatCounter report, over 76% of web users worldwide browse on devices with a 96 PPI equivalent resolution. That is why 96 is the default value in most px to cm converters, including the one on this page.
Best PPI for Your Device or Print Job
The right PPI depends on what the pixel measurement will end up on: a laptop screen, a phone, a photo print, or a commercial brochure. Picking the wrong value is the single biggest source of px to cm conversion errors, so it helps to match the PPI to the actual output device. The table below covers the devices and print jobs we see designers convert for most often.
| Device or Output | Typical PPI | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Windows desktop / laptop (1080p) | 96 | Default for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge rendering |
| MacBook Air / Pro (Retina) | 220 to 254 | Browser CSS still renders at 96 PPI; raw display density is higher |
| iPhone 14 / 15 (Retina) | 326 to 460 | Use for app mockups sized at actual device density |
| Android flagship (Samsung, Pixel) | 400 to 515 | Varies by model; check the spec sheet before converting |
| iPad Pro 12.9″ | 264 | Common target for tablet illustration exports |
| 4K / UHD monitor | 140 to 185 | Higher density than 1080p, still renders CSS at 96 |
| Newspaper print | 150 | Budget-friendly print quality, acceptable for draft ads |
| Magazine print | 300 | Industry standard for commercial magazines |
| Business card / flyer | 300 | Required by most commercial printers (Vistaprint, Moo) |
| Large format poster | 150 to 200 | Viewed from distance, so lower PPI works |
| Fine art / photo print | 300 to 360 | Maximum detail for gallery-quality output |
One detail that trips up new designers: web browsers always render CSS pixels at 96 PPI, regardless of the physical PPI of the device. That is why a 300 px wide button looks roughly the same size on a 4K monitor and a 1080p monitor: the browser scales CSS pixels to match, and your px to cm conversion for web work should always use 96 PPI.
For print, the rule is simpler: ask the printer what they want. Most commercial print shops specify 300 PPI in their file submission guidelines, and most online print services (Vistaprint, Moo, Printful) reject files below 250 PPI at the final size.
Common PX to CM Conversions for Design
Certain pixel dimensions get searched more than others because they correspond to standard screen sizes, social media formats, and print templates. Here are the most requested px to cm conversions at both 96 PPI (web) and 300 PPI (print).
| Dimension | Common Use | CM at 96 PPI | CM at 300 PPI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 px | Blog images, thumbnails | 13.229 cm | 4.233 cm |
| 1080 px | Full HD height, Instagram posts | 28.575 cm | 9.144 cm |
| 1200 px | Social media banners (Facebook, LinkedIn) | 31.750 cm | 10.160 cm |
| 1920 px | Full HD width, desktop monitors | 50.800 cm | 16.256 cm |
| 2560 px | QHD / 2K monitors | 67.733 cm | 21.673 cm |
1080 px to cm is one of the most searched conversions. At 96 PPI (standard screen), 1080 pixels equals 28.575 cm. At 300 PPI (print), it equals 9.144 cm. This is the vertical resolution of Full HD (1920 x 1080) displays and the standard dimension for Instagram square posts.
1920 px to cm at 96 PPI equals 50.8 cm (about 20 inches), which matches the physical width of most 21- to 24-inch desktop monitors. At 300 PPI for print, 1920 pixels covers only 16.256 cm.
When you need to prepare a web image for print, always recalculate at the print PPI. A 1200 px Facebook banner that looks great on screen (31.75 cm at 96 PPI) will only be 10.16 cm wide when printed at 300 PPI.
Need a different conversion? Try our PX to REM Converter
When Do You Need to Convert Pixels to Centimeters?
You need to convert pixels to centimeters any time a digital design moves to a physical format. This includes print design, photo printing, CSS print stylesheets, and exporting from design tools like Photoshop or Canva to a measured document. The exact workflow differs per tool, so the sections below walk through the most common ones.
Photoshop exports. Open Image > Image Size, switch the unit dropdown from Pixels to Centimeters, and check the Resolution field (this is your PPI). Photoshop will recalculate the document size live. For print output, set Resolution to 300 PPI before exporting. The command-line equivalent using ImageMagick is magick input.png -units PixelsPerCentimeter -density 118.11 output.png, where 118.11 is 300 PPI expressed as pixels per centimeter.
Canva exports. Canva defaults to pixels for custom dimensions and 96 PPI for on-screen display. To export at a measured print size, create a custom design, use the converter above to translate your centimeter target into pixels at 300 PPI, then enter the pixel value in Canva. For a 10 cm x 15 cm print at 300 PPI, that works out to 1181 px x 1772 px.
Figma exports. Figma works exclusively in pixels, so for print handoff you need to either export at 1x, 2x, 3x, or 4x and convert afterward, or use a plugin like “Print for Figma” that exposes centimeter export presets. In our own design handoffs, exporting at 4x from a Figma frame and treating that as 300 PPI input has produced accurate print dimensions every time.
CSS @media print. When building websites that need to produce clean printed output, CSS print media queries size elements in centimeters or millimeters rather than pixels. A typical rule reads @media print { .invoice { width: 18cm; padding: 1cm; } }. In our testing with Elementor-built sites exported for print, converting widget widths from px to cm in the print stylesheet produced accurate layout results across Chrome and Firefox print previews on WordPress 6.9.4.
Photo printing. Uploading a 3000 x 2000 px photo to an online print service? At 300 PPI, that prints at 25.4 cm x 16.93 cm (roughly a 10″ x 6.7″ print). Knowing the px to cm conversion helps you choose the right frame or album size before ordering. Most services (Shutterfly, Snapfish, Printful) will warn if your file falls below their minimum PPI at the selected print size.
When building sites with The Plus Addons for Elementor by POSIMYTH Innovations, precise control over image dimensions and responsive sizing becomes important when the same assets need to work on both web (pixels) and print (centimeters). The Image Gallery widget (Free) and Creative Images widget (Pro) both give you pixel-perfect sizing controls that make it straightforward to swap a web-sized image for a print-ready export. The Pro plan starts at $39/year for a single site.
Common Mistakes When Converting Pixels to Centimeters
Most px to cm conversion errors come down to four recurring mistakes. Catching these before you export saves a second round trip with your printer or your client.
| Mistake | What Goes Wrong | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|---|
| Using 72 PPI for web work | 72 PPI is a legacy Mac value; modern browsers render CSS pixels at 96 PPI | Use 96 PPI for all web and screen conversions |
| Using 96 PPI for commercial print | Print output looks pixelated and most print shops reject the file | Use 300 PPI for business cards, brochures, and magazines |
| Confusing DPI with PPI | DPI refers to printer output; PPI refers to image resolution | Both plug into the same formula, so the number matters more than the label |
| Resampling the image when changing PPI | Photoshop and Canva can add or remove pixels, softening the image | Uncheck “Resample” in Photoshop Image Size; export fresh from source in Canva |
WordPress users on r/wordpress frequently report the 72 PPI mistake when moving files from an older Mac-based workflow into a modern web stack. If your design file was created in Photoshop before 2015 and the default PPI was never updated, assume it is set to 72 and recalculate.
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Which PPI Should You Use for Your PX to CM Conversion?
The right PPI depends on your output medium. Use 96 PPI for anything displayed on a screen, 150 PPI for draft or low-cost print jobs, and 300 PPI for professional-quality printed materials. Here is a breakdown by use case.
| Use Case | Recommended PPI | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Web design, UI mockups | 96 | Standard Windows/web screen resolution |
| Email graphics, blog images | 96 | Displayed on screen only |
| Newspaper ads, internal documents | 150 | Readable print at lower cost |
| Brochures, flyers, business cards | 300 | Industry standard for commercial print |
| Fine art prints, photo enlargements | 300+ | Maximum detail and sharpness |
If you are unsure, start with 96 PPI for screen-only work and 300 PPI for anything that will be printed. These two values cover the vast majority of pixels to cm conversion needs. For anyone specifically working on web-to-print handoff, bookmark the converter at the top of this page and run every export through it before sending files to the printer.
For web designers working in Elementor, pixel measurements are the default for padding, margins, and image dimensions. When a client needs those designs converted to print materials, running the pixel values through this converter at 300 PPI gives you the exact centimeter measurements for your print file. To get a feel for which sizing controls The Plus Addons for Elementor unlocks, check the Free vs Pro comparison or review current pricing.
