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PPI Formula:

\[ PPI = \frac{\sqrt{Width\ Pixels^2 + Height\ Pixels^2}}{Diagonal\ Inches} \]

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1. What Is PPI?

PPI (Pixels Per Inch) is a measurement of pixel density that indicates how many pixels are displayed per inch on a screen. It's a crucial factor in determining image clarity and sharpness.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the PPI formula:

\[ PPI = \frac{\sqrt{Width\ Pixels^2 + Height\ Pixels^2}}{Diagonal\ Inches} \]

Where:

\( Width\ Pixels \) — Horizontal resolution in pixels
\( Height\ Pixels \) — Vertical resolution in pixels
\( Diagonal\ Inches \) — Screen diagonal measurement in inches

Explanation: The formula calculates the diagonal pixel count using the Pythagorean theorem and divides it by the physical screen diagonal to determine pixel density.

3. Importance Of PPI Calculation

Details: PPI is essential for understanding display quality, comparing different screens, and determining optimal viewing distances. Higher PPI values generally mean sharper images and text.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter the screen resolution (width and height in pixels) and the diagonal screen size in inches. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between PPI and DPI?
A: PPI refers to pixel density on digital displays, while DPI (Dots Per Inch) refers to printer resolution. They are often used interchangeably but are technically different.

Q2: What is a good PPI value?
A: For smartphones, 300+ PPI is considered good. For computer monitors, 100-150 PPI is typical. For high-resolution displays, values can exceed 500 PPI.

Q3: Does higher PPI always mean better quality?
A: Generally yes, but beyond a certain point (around 400 PPI for phones), the difference becomes imperceptible to the human eye at normal viewing distances.

Q4: How does PPI affect battery life?
A: Higher PPI displays typically consume more power because they have more pixels to illuminate and process, which can impact battery life.

Q5: Can I calculate PPI for any screen?
A: Yes, this calculator works for any digital display including smartphones, tablets, computer monitors, and TVs as long as you know the resolution and diagonal size.