em (1em=16px) to pixels Converter
Convert em (1em=16px) to pixels instantly with a reference conversion table.
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How to convert em (1em=16px) to pixels
Enter your value
Type the number of em (1em=16px) you want to convert into the left box. The result in pixels appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — pixels to em (1em=16px). Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
About em (1em=16px) and pixels
em (1em=16px) and pixels are common css measurements.
At 16px root font size (browser default): 1em = 16px, 1.25em = 20px, 1.5em = 24px, 2em = 32px. The 16px default is arbitrary (set in CSS2 spec 1997) but has become universal. Users who increase browser font size (for accessibility) change this root, making all em/rem values scale proportionally.
| em (1em=16px) | pixels |
|---|---|
| 0.0625 | 1 |
| 0.5 | 8 |
| 0.75 | 12 |
| 0.875 | 14 |
| 1 | 16 |
| 1.125 | 18 |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert em (1em=16px) to pixels?
To convert em (1em=16px) to pixels, multiply by 16. Or use the calculator above for instant results.
How many pixels are in 1 em (1em=16px)?
1 em (1em=16px) equals 16 pixels.
Is the em (1em=16px) to pixels converter free?
Yes, the em (1em=16px) to pixels converter is completely free with no sign-up required, no downloads, and it works offline once the page has loaded.