Pixels ↔ print size72–600+ PPILocal image helper
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DPI & print size calculator
Convert image pixels into a physical print size, or calculate the pixels a print needs. Image resolution is technically measured in PPI, although “DPI calculator” is the familiar search term.
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Pixels, print size and PPI
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3000 × 2000 px at 300 PPI produces a 10 × 6.67 inch print.
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DPI, PPI and print size explained
DPI versus PPI
PPI means pixels per inch and describes an image’s digital resolution. DPI describes printer ink dots. People often say DPI when sizing an image, but PPI is the value this calculator uses.
How pixels affect print size
More pixels allow a larger print at the same PPI. Print width in inches equals pixel width divided by PPI; the same formula applies to height.
Why 300 PPI is common
At normal reading distance, 300 PPI often gives detailed photographic and design prints. Your printer, paper, artwork and viewing distance still affect the finished result.
When lower PPI can work
Posters and displays viewed from farther away can often use a lower PPI. Around 150 PPI may be practical for some large-format work, while screen graphics commonly use 72 or 96 PPI.
Worked example
A 3000 × 2000 pixel photograph at 300 PPI prints at 10 × 6.67 inches. For an A4 print at 300 PPI, convert 210 × 297 mm to inches, then multiply by 300: approximately 2480 × 3508 pixels.
FAQ
Common print-size questions
How do I calculate pixels needed for a print?
Convert the physical width and height to inches, then multiply each dimension by the required PPI. Round up to whole pixels when preparing the final file.
Does changing PPI add image detail?
No. Changing metadata alone does not create real detail. The original pixel dimensions determine how much image information is available.
Should I always print at 300 PPI?
No. It is a useful general target, not a universal rule. Large prints viewed at a distance may look good at lower resolutions; specialist processes may need different settings.
Are paper presets portrait only?
The presets begin in portrait orientation. Swap or edit width and height for landscape output.
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