Typography Measurements

Twip to Pica

Convert Twip (twip) to Pica (pc).

Result0.004167 Pica (pc)

Formula and method

result = value × (0.00001763888888888889 ÷ 0.004233333333333333).

The source value is converted to the catalog’s canonical unit, then expressed in the target unit.

Worked examples

These examples use the same conversion engine as the calculator.

  • 1 twip0.00416667 pc
  • 5 twip0.02083333 pc
  • 10 twip0.04166667 pc

Common Twip values

Twip to Pica reference values
Twip (twip)Pica (pc)
10.00416667
20.00833333
50.02083333
100.04166667
250.10416667
500.20833333
1000.41666667
2501.04166667
5002.08333333
1,0004.16666667

How to convert Twip to Pica

  1. Enter a value in Twip in the converter above.
  2. The calculator converts it using the catalog’s linear method.
  3. Choose the decimal precision you need,then copy the displayed result if useful.

Frequently asked questions

What is the formula for Twip to Pica?

result = value × (0.00001763888888888889 ÷ 0.004233333333333333). The source value is converted to the catalog’s canonical unit, then expressed in the target unit.

Can I convert Pica back to Twip?

Yes. Use Swap Units when the reverse pair is available in the catalog. The page URL changes to the reverse conversion and the entered value is retained.

Why can a value be rejected?

The engine rejects non-finite values and negative values for units that do not allow them.

How are displayed decimal places chosen?

Use the Decimal precision selector above the result. Very large or very small results switch to scientific notation when that makes the value easier to read.