DPI Calculator

Calculate dpi from technical measurements.

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What this tool does

Calculate dpi from technical measurements. Image pixel density (often called PPI), not printer ink-dot density.

How to use the DPI Calculator

  1. Enter or select image width (pixels).
  2. Enter or select print width (inches).
  3. Read the calculated result; change any measurement to compare alternatives.

Formula

DPI=pixels/print width in inches
pixels
Image width (pixels)
inches
Print width (inches)

Image pixel density (often called PPI), not printer ink-dot density.

Worked example

For dpi calculator, the following measurements illustrate the exact method: Image width (pixels): 3000; Print width (inches): 10.

Inputs

  • Image width (pixels)3000
  • Print width (inches)10

Result

  • Resolution (DPI)300

Results explained

Resolution (DPI)
Resolution (DPI) from the formula above. Image pixel density (often called PPI), not printer ink-dot density.

Frequently asked questions

DPI=pixels/print width in inches

Image pixel density (often called PPI), not printer ink-dot density.

Units appear in input and result labels. Keep lengths, pixel counts, bitrate and time units consistent.

Mathematical results follow the stated model; actual lenses, compression, viewing preferences and device specifications may differ.

No. It calculates from your entered values entirely in the browser.