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Pica (Computer) to Point (Printer's) Converter
Use this page to convert pica (computer) values into point (printer's), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 pica = 12.045 pt (US)
1 pt (US) = 0.08302200083022 pica
Example: 1440 pica = 17,344.8 pt (US)
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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 (Printer's)
Defined as 0.013837 inches (0.3514598 mm).
History: Printer's points come from traditional metal type and pre-digital printing systems.
Current use: Historical and traditional printing.
Also written as pt (US), printer point, printer points.
Pica (Computer) to Point (Printer's) table
| Pica (Computer) [pica] | Point (Printer's) [pt (US)] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pica | 0.12045 pt (US) |
| 0.1 pica | 1.2045 pt (US) |
| 1 pica | 12.045 pt (US) |
| 2 pica | 24.09 pt (US) |
| 5 pica | 60.225 pt (US) |
| 10 pica | 120.45 pt (US) |
| 20 pica | 240.9 pt (US) |
| 50 pica | 602.25 pt (US) |
| 100 pica | 1,204.5 pt (US) |
Frequently asked questions
How many Point (Printer's) (pt (US)) are in one Pica (Computer) (pica)?
One Pica (Computer) equals 12.045 Point (Printer's).
How do you convert Pica (Computer) to Point (Printer's)?
Multiply the Pica (Computer) value by 12.045 to get the result in Point (Printer's).
How do you convert Point (Printer's) back to Pica (Computer)?
Multiply the Point (Printer's) value by 0.08302200083022 to get back to Pica (Computer).
What is 1440 Pica (Computer) in Point (Printer's)?
1440 Pica (Computer) equals 17,344.8 Point (Printer's).