VH to PC Converter
Convert VH units to Picas (PC).
About VH to PC Converter
The VH to PC converter transforms CSS viewport height units (vh) into picas (pc), a traditional typography measurement. While vh represents a percentage of viewport height, picas are used in professional print and digital typography, where 1 pica equals 12 points or 1/6 of an inch. This tool helps bridge responsive web design with traditional typographic workflows.
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- • VH: 1vh = 1% of viewport height
- • PC (Pica): 1pc = 12 points = 1/6 inch
- • Relationship: 1 pica = 16 pixels (at 96 DPI)
- • Example: On 1600px viewport, 30vh = 30pc
Frequency Asked Questions
What is a pica in typography?
A pica is a typography unit equal to 12 points or 1/6 of an inch. It's traditionally used in print design for measuring column widths and page layouts.
How do I convert vh to picas?
Multiply vh by viewport height in pixels and by 6 (picas per inch), then divide by 100 and by 96 (standard screen DPI) to get the pica equivalent.
When should I use picas instead of pixels?
Use picas when working on print-focused projects, creating PDF layouts, or maintaining consistency with traditional typography workflows that use pica-based grids.
How many pixels are in a pica?
At standard screen resolution (96 DPI), 1 pica equals 16 pixels. However, this can vary with different screen densities and resolutions.