Resolution Needed for Print Calculator
Fill in the values and the answer updates as you type.
How the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator works
Pixels needed = print size in inches × dpi. Divide the centimetre size by 2.54 first. Lower the dpi for posters and billboards, because viewers stand farther away and cannot see fine detail. Upscaling software can help, but it cannot add real detail. Plan a wall poster from its intended viewing distance. Example: A 60 × 40 cm print at 300 dpi needs 7087 × 4725 px, which is about 33.5 megapixels.
Inputs and results
The Resolution Needed for Print Calculator takes 3 inputs and gives 3 results.
What you enter
- Print width (cm) — starts at 60.
- Print height (cm) — starts at 40.
- Print resolution (dpi) — starts at 300.
What you get
- Pixels needed
- Megapixels needed
- Width in pixels
Example: Resolution Needed for Print Calculator with the starting values
With print width 60 cm, print height 40 cm and print resolution 300 dpi, the calculator returns:
| Pixels needed | 7087 × 4725 px |
|---|---|
| Megapixels needed | 33.5 |
| Width in pixels | 7,087 |
Change any value above and the results update straight away.
Resolution Needed for Print Calculator FAQ
How do I use the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator?
Enter print width, print height and print resolution in the fields, then read pixels needed, megapixels needed and width in pixels in the result panel. The answer updates as you type, and you can press Calculate or Enter to refresh it. Use “Copy link” to share your exact numbers with someone else.
What does the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator calculate?
Pixels and megapixels required for a print of a given size. It returns pixels needed, megapixels needed and width in pixels from the 3 values you provide.
What values does the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator start with?
It opens with print width 60 cm, print height 40 cm and print resolution 300 dpi so you can see a working result straight away. Replace them with your own numbers, or press Reset to return to these starting values.
Is the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no account, and runs in your browser, so nothing you type is sent to or stored on our servers. See the Privacy Policy for details.
Can I rely on the Resolution Needed for Print Calculator for important decisions?
Treat the result as a well-rounded estimate. Real situations often have details a general calculator cannot know, so confirm important decisions with a qualified professional. See the Disclaimer for more.