Inch to Twip Conversion

Convert between Inch and Twip quickly and accurately.

From Inch

To Twip

twip

How to Convert Inch to Twip

Conversion Formula

1 in = 1440 twip

1 twip = 0.001 in

Example

Convert 15 in to twip:

15 in = 15 × 1440 twip = 21600 twip

Unit Information

Learn about the typography units you're converting between

Inch

Definition

An inch is a unit of length in the imperial system, widely used in typography and print design. One inch equals 1,440 twips, providing a standard reference for print typography and document layout.

History/Origin

The inch has been used since ancient times and was standardized in the imperial system. It became fundamental to typography and printing, especially in English-speaking countries and print industries.

Current Use

Inches are extensively used in typography for print design, page layout, font sizing, and document formatting, particularly in the United States and other countries using imperial measurements.

Multiplier

1440

Offset

Twip

twip

Definition

A twip (twentieth of a point) is a unit of measurement used in typography and computer graphics, representing 1/20th of a point. It is commonly used in Microsoft applications and provides precise control over text and graphic positioning.

History/Origin

The twip was developed by Microsoft as a unit of measurement for their Windows operating system and applications. It provides a finer granularity than points, allowing for more precise typographic control in digital environments.

Current Use

Twips are widely used in Microsoft Office applications, Visual Basic programming, and Windows-based design software for precise text positioning, font sizing, and graphic layout measurements.

Multiplier

Offset