REM to PC Converter

Convert REM units to Picas (PC) for print layouts.

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About REM to PC Converter

The REM to PC converter translates modern responsive web units into traditional picas, the professional print designer's preferred unit for layout measurements. A pica equals 1/6 of an inch or 12 points. This converter uses the root font size and the CSS standard where 1 inch equals 96 pixels and 6 picas to provide accurate conversions.

Formula

Picas = (REM × Root Font Size) ÷ 16

Examples

1rem (16px root) = 1pc
6rem (16px root) = 6pc (1 inch)
3rem (16px root) = 3pc

Reference

  • • 1 pica = 12 points
  • • 1 pica = 16 pixels
  • • 1 inch = 6 picas
  • • Picas traditionally measure layout dimensions

Frequency Asked Questions

What is a pica?

A unit equal to 12 points or 1/6 inch. Used in print.

How to convert 3rem to picas?

At 16px root, 3rem = 3pc.

Why is 1rem = 1pc?

Default root (16px) equals default pica (16px).

When to use picas?

Print design and layout specifications.