Inches to Pixels at 300 DPI

Inches to pixels at the 300 dpi print standard — instant px size for any print dimension. px = in × 300.

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Formula

Pixels = inches × 300 (the photo-print standard). 1 in at 300 dpi = 300 px; a 4 × 6 in print needs 1,200 × 1,800 px

Examples

InputResult
4 in at 300 dpi1,200 px
6 in at 300 dpi1,800 px
8 in at 300 dpi2,400 px

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pixels is 4 inches at 300 dpi?

4 × 300 = 1,200 px. A standard 4 × 6 in photo print therefore needs a 1,200 × 1,800 px image for full 300 dpi quality.

Is 300 dpi really necessary?

For handheld prints, yes — the eye resolves ~300 ppi at reading distance. Large prints viewed from farther away can drop to 150 dpi without visible loss.

How do I check if my image is big enough?

Divide the image's pixel width by the print width in inches. 2,400 px ÷ 8 in = 300 dpi — exactly print quality.

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