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Convert Points to Picas

Please provide values below to convert Points [pt] to Picas [pc].

Points
pt
Picas
0.00pc

How to Convert Points to Picas

1 pt = 0.08333923889164482 pc

1 pc = 11.999149659863944 pt

Example: convert 10 pt to pc: 10 pt = 10 × 0.08333923889164482 pt = 0.8333923889164483 pt

Points

Definition: A point (pt) is a unit of length commonly used in typography, equal to 1/72 of an inch or approximately 0.353 millimeters.

History: The point system was developed in the 18th century to standardize type sizes in printing. The most widely used system today is the PostScript point, defined as exactly 1/72 of an inch, popularized by digital typesetting.

Picas

Definition: A pica (pc) is a unit of length used in typography, equal to 1/6 of an inch or approximately 4.233 millimeters.

History: The pica has been used in the printing and publishing industry since the 18th century, originating as a standard unit for measuring typefaces and spacing in typography.

Points to Picas Conversion Table

PointsPicas
0.01 pt0.0008333923889164483 pc
0.1 pt0.008333923889164483 pc
1 pt0.08333923889164482 pc
2 pt0.16667847778328965 pc
3 pt0.25001771667493444 pc
5 pt0.41669619445822415 pc
10 pt0.8333923889164483 pc
20 pt1.6667847778328966 pc
50 pt4.1669619445822415 pc
100 pt8.333923889164483 pc
1000 pt83.33923889164483 pc

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