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Pica (Computer) to Point (PostScript) Converter
Use this page to convert pica (computer) values into point (postscript), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 pica = 12 pt (PS)
1 pt (PS) = 0.0833333333333333 pica
Example: 1440 pica = 17,280 pt (PS)
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Pica (Computer)
Exactly 1/6 of an inch.
History: The computer pica follows the digital point system used in page layout.
Current use: Modern graphic design and layout.
Also written as pica, picas, computer pica, computer picas.
Point (PostScript)
The point used in the PostScript page description language.
History: PostScript helped establish a device-independent point model for desktop publishing.
Current use: Digital printing.
Also written as pt (PS), postscript point, postscript points.
Pica (Computer) to Point (PostScript) table
| Pica (Computer) [pica] | Point (PostScript) [pt (PS)] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pica | 0.12 pt (PS) |
| 0.1 pica | 1.2 pt (PS) |
| 1 pica | 12 pt (PS) |
| 2 pica | 24 pt (PS) |
| 5 pica | 60 pt (PS) |
| 10 pica | 120 pt (PS) |
| 20 pica | 240 pt (PS) |
| 50 pica | 600 pt (PS) |
| 100 pica | 1,200 pt (PS) |
Frequently asked questions
How many Point (PostScript) (pt (PS)) are in one Pica (Computer) (pica)?
One Pica (Computer) equals 12 Point (PostScript).
How do you convert Pica (Computer) to Point (PostScript)?
Multiply the Pica (Computer) value by 12 to get the result in Point (PostScript).
How do you convert Point (PostScript) back to Pica (Computer)?
Multiply the Point (PostScript) value by 0.0833333333333333 to get back to Pica (Computer).
What is 1440 Pica (Computer) in Point (PostScript)?
1440 Pica (Computer) equals 17,280 Point (PostScript).