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PPI Calculator
Print quality is set by pixels per inch, not by megapixels, so the same file prints sharply at one size and softly at another. Three hundred pixels per inch is the usual target for a print held in the hand, and one hundred fifty is acceptable viewed from a distance.
How it works
Image width
Image height
Print width
Print height
Target quality
PPI across the width
PPI across the height
Effective PPI
Print quality
Largest print at target quality
Largest print at target quality
Megapixels
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the PPI Calculator?
Fill in the fields above โ the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.