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Point (Printer's) to Pica (Computer) Converter
Use this page to convert point (printer's) values into pica (computer), with background details, formulas, a worked example, and a quick conversion table.
Conversion formula
1 pt (US) = 0.08302200083022 pica
1 pica = 12.045 pt (US)
Example: 1440 pt (US) = 119.551681195517 pica
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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)
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) to Pica (Computer) table
| Point (Printer's) [pt (US)] | Pica (Computer) [pica] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 pt (US) | 0.0008302200083022 pica |
| 0.1 pt (US) | 0.008302200083022 pica |
| 1 pt (US) | 0.08302200083022 pica |
| 2 pt (US) | 0.16604400166044 pica |
| 5 pt (US) | 0.4151100041511 pica |
| 10 pt (US) | 0.8302200083022 pica |
| 20 pt (US) | 1.6604400166044 pica |
| 50 pt (US) | 4.151100041511 pica |
| 100 pt (US) | 8.302200083022 pica |
Frequently asked questions
How many Pica (Computer) (pica) are in one Point (Printer's) (pt (US))?
One Point (Printer's) equals 0.08302200083022 Pica (Computer).
How do you convert Point (Printer's) to Pica (Computer)?
Multiply the Point (Printer's) value by 0.08302200083022 to get the result in Pica (Computer).
How do you convert Pica (Computer) back to Point (Printer's)?
Multiply the Pica (Computer) value by 12.045 to get back to Point (Printer's).
What is 1440 Point (Printer's) in Pica (Computer)?
1440 Point (Printer's) equals 119.551681195517 Pica (Computer).