Paragraph Width Calculator
Find the optimal content width for readable paragraphs.
65 characters
360px
Min (45 CPL)
520px
Optimal (65 CPL)
600px
Max (75 CPL)
This paragraph is set at the optimal width of 520px for a 16px font. At approximately 65 characters per line, it provides comfortable reading without eye strain.
CSS:
max-width: 520px; /* ~65 characters per line at 16px */Characters Per Line
Research suggests that 45-75 characters per line is optimal for readability, with 65 being the ideal target. Too wide and the eye struggles to find the next line; too narrow and the eye travels back too often.