Convert handbreadth to twip
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to twip [twip], or Convert twip to handbreadth.
1 handbreadth = 4319.99727874 twip. To convert handbreadth to twip, multiply the value by 4319.99727874; to go the other way, divide by it (1 twip = 0.000231481627297 handbreadth). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 handbreadth = 4319.99727874 twip
- 1 twip = 0.000231481627297 handbreadth
- 10 handbreadth = 43199.9727874 twip
- 100 handbreadth = 431999.727874 twip
How to Convert Handbreadth to Twip
1 handbreadth = 4319.99727874187 twip
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to twip:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 4319.99727874187 twip = 64799.9591811281 twip
Handbreadth to Twip Conversion Table
| handbreadth | twip |
|---|---|
| 1 handbreadth | 4319.99727874 twip |
| 2 handbreadth | 8639.99455748 twip |
| 3 handbreadth | 12959.9918362 twip |
| 5 handbreadth | 21599.9863937 twip |
| 10 handbreadth | 43199.9727874 twip |
| 20 handbreadth | 86399.9455748 twip |
| 50 handbreadth | 215999.863937 twip |
| 100 handbreadth | 431999.727874 twip |
| 500 handbreadth | 2159998.63937 twip |
| 1000 handbreadth | 4319997.27874 twip |
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Twip
A twip (twentieth of a point) is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/1440 of an inch.
History/Origin
The twip was invented by Microsoft as a device-independent unit for layout calculations in its software.
Current Use
The twip is used internally by some software programs for screen and print layout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 handbreadth in twip?
1 handbreadth (handbreadth) = 4319.99727874 twip (twip).
How do you convert handbreadth to twip?
Multiply the handbreadth value by 4319.99727874. For example, 25 handbreadth × 4319.99727874 = 107999.931969 twip.
What is 10 handbreadth in twip?
10 handbreadth = 43199.9727874 twip.
Which unit is larger, the handbreadth or the twip?
The handbreadth is the larger unit: 1 handbreadth = 4319.99727874 twip.