Pica (Computer) to Point (Printer's) Conversion

Convert between Pica (Computer) and Point (Printer's) quickly and accurately.

From Pica (Computer)

To Point (Printer's)

How to Convert Pica (Computer) to Point (Printer's)

Conversion Formula

1 pc = 12.045 pt

1 pt = 0.083 pc

Example

Convert 15 pc to pt:

15 pc = 15 × 12.045 pt = 180.675 pt

Unit Information

Learn about the typography units you're converting between

Pica (Computer)

Definition

A computer pica is a unit of measurement used in digital typography, equal to 1/6 of an inch. One computer pica equals 240 twips, providing a standardized unit for digital text layout and design.

History/Origin

The computer pica was developed for digital typography to maintain consistency with traditional print measurements. It provides a bridge between traditional typography and digital design applications.

Current Use

Computer picas are used in digital typography, web design, and computer-based publishing for font sizing, line spacing, and layout measurements that maintain compatibility with traditional typographic standards.

Multiplier

240

Offset

Point (Printer's)

Definition

A printer's point is the traditional typographic point used in professional printing, slightly different from digital points. One printer's point equals 19.9252801993 twips, reflecting historical printing measurement standards.

History/Origin

The printer's point has been used in typography for centuries, originally defined as 1/72 of an inch in traditional printing. It represents the historical standard for font sizing and typographic measurements in commercial printing.

Current Use

Printer's points are used in traditional printing, professional typography, and publishing for font sizing and text layout that maintains compatibility with historical printing standards and traditional typographic practices.

Multiplier

19.925

Offset