Typography converter
Point (Computer) to Pica (Computer) Converter
Converts point (computer) to pica (computer) for typography.
Result
1 pt = 0.083333 pc
Also equals
Conversion formula
pc = pt × 0.08333333923881 point (computer) equals 0.083333339 pica (computer).
Point (Computer) to Pica (Computer) table
| Point (Computer) (pt) | Pica (Computer) (pc) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0008333334 |
| 0.1 | 0.0083333339 |
| 1 | 0.0833333392 |
| 2 | 0.1666666785 |
| 3 | 0.2500000177 |
| 5 | 0.4166666962 |
| 10 | 0.8333333924 |
| 20 | 1.6666667848 |
| 50 | 4.1666669619 |
| 100 | 8.3333339239 |
| 1,000 | 83.3333392388 |
What is Point (Computer) to Pica (Computer)?
Converting points to picas is a common digital typography conversion. In PostScript and computer typography, one pica equals 12 points. The formula is picas = points ÷ 12.
About this conversion
This converter uses the displayed definition for point (computer) and its recognized relationship to pica (computer). Calculations retain full precision internally, and only the visible result is rounded. You can swap the conversion direction without changing the underlying standard.
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When to convert points to picas
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert point (computer)s to pica (computer)s?+
Enter the point (computer)s value in the converter. The result uses the defined factor 0.0833333392388 and is rounded only for display.
Does the converter keep full precision?+
Yes. Calculations retain high precision throughout each step, while the visible result is rounded for readability.
How many picas is 12 pt?+
12 pt is 1 pica.
How many picas is 36 pt?+
36 pt is 3 picas.
What is a pica?+
A pica is a typographic unit equal to 12 points, or 1/6 of an inch in digital typography.
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