Back to Home

Pica (pc) to Point (pt)

Convert measurements between Pica (pc) and Point (pt).

Common conversions

1pc = 12 pt
5pc = 60 pt
10pc = 120 pt
24pc = 288.0001 pt
32pc = 384.0001 pt
55pc = 660.0002 pt

Conversion information

1 Pica (pc) = 12 Point (pt)

The pica is a typography unit equal to 12 points
The typographic point equals 1/72 of a CSS inch

Frequently Asked Questions

How many points are in a pica?
A pica equals 12 typographic points.
Where is the pica used?
In traditional typography and text composition.
What is a typographic point?
It is a unit of measurement used in typography, equal to 1/72 of an inch.
Where is the point used?
In graphic design, printing, and text editing.