Convert pica to twip
Please provide values below to convert pica [pica] to twip [twip], or Convert twip to pica.
1 pica = 239.999846929 twip. To convert pica to twip, multiply the value by 239.999846929; to go the other way, divide by it (1 twip = 0.00416666932415 pica). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 pica = 239.999846929 twip
- 1 twip = 0.00416666932415 pica
- 10 pica = 2399.99846929 twip
- 100 pica = 23999.9846929 twip
How to Convert Pica to Twip
1 pica = 239.99984692923 twip
Example: convert 15 pica to twip:
15 pica = 15 × 239.99984692923 twip = 3599.99770393845 twip
Pica to Twip Conversion Table
| pica | twip |
|---|---|
| 1 pica | 239.999846929 twip |
| 2 pica | 479.999693858 twip |
| 3 pica | 719.999540788 twip |
| 5 pica | 1199.99923465 twip |
| 10 pica | 2399.99846929 twip |
| 20 pica | 4799.99693858 twip |
| 50 pica | 11999.9923465 twip |
| 100 pica | 23999.9846929 twip |
| 500 pica | 119999.923465 twip |
| 1000 pica | 239999.846929 twip |
Pica
A pica is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/6 of an inch.
History/Origin
The pica originated around the mid-18th century. It is a fundamental unit in the point system of typography.
Current Use
The pica is still used in graphic design and printing to measure the width of lines of type and the dimensions of pages.
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 pica in twip?
1 pica (pica) = 239.999846929 twip (twip).
How do you convert pica to twip?
Multiply the pica value by 239.999846929. For example, 25 pica × 239.999846929 = 5999.99617323 twip.
What is 10 pica in twip?
10 pica = 2399.99846929 twip.
Which unit is larger, the pica or the twip?
The pica is the larger unit: 1 pica = 239.999846929 twip.