Percent to PC Converter

Convert Percentage (%) to Picas (pc).

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Pixels represented by 100%

About Percent to PC Converter

The Percent to PC Converter translates percentages into Picas, a traditional typographic unit (1/6 inch). This is useful when working with print layouts specified in picas but using percentage-based digital assets.

Formula

PC = ((Percent ÷ 100) × Reference Pixels) ÷ 16

Examples

100% of 16px = 1pc

Reference

  • • 1pc = 16px (at 96 DPI)
  • • 1pc = 12pt

Frequency Asked Questions

What is a Pica?

A measurement unit used in typography. 1 pica = 12 points = 1/6 inch.