PC to VW Converter
Convert Picas (pc) to Viewport Width (VW).
About PC to VW Converter
The PC to VW Converter helps designers and developers convert picas (pc) to vw (viewport width) units for creating truly responsive layouts. Unlike fixed units, vw scales proportionally to the browser viewport width, making it perfect for fluid typography and responsive design. This converter calculates the vw value needed to match your pica measurements at a specified viewport width.
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- • Pica (pc): 16 pixels
- • VW: 1% of viewport width
- • Fluid Layouts: VW allows elements to scale with screen size
- • Viewport Dependency: Result varies based on target screen width
Frequency Asked Questions
What is a viewport width unit (vw)?
1vw equals 1% of the browser viewport's width. For example, on a 1000px wide screen, 1vw = 10px, and 100vw = 1000px.
Why does the pc to vw conversion require a viewport width?
VW is a relative unit that changes based on screen size. You need to specify which viewport width you're targeting to get an accurate conversion.
What viewport width should I use for conversion?
Common choices are 375px (mobile), 768px (tablet), 1440px or 1920px (desktop). Choose based on your primary design target or use multiple conversions for breakpoints.
Is using vw good for typography?
VW can create fluid typography that scales with screen size, but use it carefully. Consider combining with calc() and setting min/max values to prevent text from becoming too small or large.