Converts a measurement from points to inches (1 in = 72 points). Returns the converted measurement as a Single.
expression. PointsToInches( Value)
_expression_A variable that represents an Application object.
| Name | Required/Optional | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | Required | Single | The point value to be converted to inches. |
Single
Use the InchesToPoints method to convert measurements in inches to points.
This example converts measurements in points entered by the user to measurements in inches.
Dim strInput As String
Dim strOutput As String
Do While True
' Get input from user.
strInput = InputBox( _
Prompt:="Enter measurement in points (0 to cancel): ", _
Default:="0")
' Exit the loop if user enters zero.
If Val(strInput) = 0 Then Exit Do
' Evaluate and display result.
strOutput = Trim(strInput) & " points = " _
& Format(Application _
.PointsToInches(Value:=Val(strInput)), _
"0.00") & " in"
MsgBox strOutput
Loop