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Online Ruler vs BlankScreen

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Online Ruler compared with BlankScreen
DetailOnline Ruler logo Online RulerBlankScreen logo BlankScreen
What it doesFree on-screen measuring tools that run in your browser Free fullscreen color screens and display tools in your browser
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFree Free
PricingNot given Not given
Key features
  • Actual-size ruler in cm, mm and inches
  • Bank-card and screen-diagonal calibration
  • Top, left and right rulers with drag-to-measure readout
  • Full-screen mode and browser-zoom warning
  • Image measurement tool
  • Length unit converter
  • Touch dragging support for phones and tablets
  • Local storage of calibration without server uploads
  • Fullscreen mode with one click
  • Download backgrounds as PNG in multiple resolutions
  • Works on any device without installation
What makes it different
  • Calibration step compensates for browsers' inability to detect physical display size
  • ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1 standard bank card calibration ensures reproducible accuracy
  • All calculations run locally in your browser with no data sent to servers
  • Works on any device with a browser and JavaScript enabled
  • Content follows standards-based principles with no invented precision or fake reviews
  • No download or signup required, loads in under a second
  • Works as a soft light source for webcam fill light
  • Serves as a professional light table for tracing artwork
  • Detects monitor issues including dead pixels and backlight dimming
  • All tools run in browser with nothing uploaded or stored
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last check35 −3 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)27
Citation Flow (Majestic)1824
Referring domains (Majestic)1022

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