pt1pt
Pt1pt is a conceptual term used in typography and page-layout systems to describe a measurement and positioning regime in which dimensions and coordinates are expressed in nominal one-point increments. The term combines “pt” for point, the standard typographic unit, with “1pt” to emphasize a one-point grid. The approach is used in some layout engines and typesetting workflows that require exact, device-independent placement of text and graphics.
Origins and usage: The phrase emerged in design tooling discussions in the early 2010s as a way
Technical characteristics: In pt1pt, all horizontal and vertical measurements are expressed in points and are aligned
Applications: Pt1pt is used in desktop publishing, digital typography, and document rendering pipelines that require precise
Limitations: Differences in DPI, font metrics, and rendering engines can produce minor deviations between platforms. Some
See also: Point (typography), Typography, Desktop publishing, Layout engine, Sub-point snapping.