PX to Grid Unit Converter
Convert pixel values into clean, consistent design system grid units (like 4pt, 8pt, or your own).
🔢 Grid Units:
2
How to Use the PX to Grid Unit Converter
Design systems like Material Design use grid-based layouts for consistency and scalability. This tool helps you convert any pixel value into grid units (such as 4pt or 8pt), allowing your UI to stay neat, aligned, and responsive.
What is a Grid Unit?
A grid unit is a fixed spacing value (like 4pt or 8pt) used to align and size UI elements. Designers and developers use it to:
- Maintain vertical and horizontal rhythm
- Scale designs consistently
- Improve visual structure
How to Use the Converter
1. Enter the Pixel Value
- In the “Pixel Value (px)” input box, type any number.
- For example: 16, 24, or 40.
2. Choose a Grid Size
- From the dropdown, pick one of these options:
- 4pt Grid – used in minimalist design systems
- 8pt Grid – used in Material Design and most mobile-first frameworks
- Custom – enter your own custom grid value (like 5 or 6)
3. View the Result Instantly
- The tool will show how many grid units the pixel value equals.
- Example:
Pixel Value: 32px
Grid Size: 8pt
Result: 4 grid units
4.Copy the Result
- Click the 📋 Copy Result button to copy the calculation like:
Grid Units: 4
When to Use This Tool
- Designing consistent spacing between elements
- Aligning UI components across breakpoints
- Converting developer specs from pixels to grid-friendly values
- Ensuring scalable and modular design layouts
Example Use Case
Let’s say your margin between cards is 24px, and your design system uses an 8pt grid:
24px ÷ 8 = 3 grid units
Now you know to apply 3 units of spacing, which makes your layout cleaner and grid-aligned.