PC to PT Converter
Use this free online pc to pt converter tool to convert picas to points. Both are traditional typography units where 1 pica equals exactly 12 points. This converter is essential for print design and typography work.
To convert picas to points, multiply the pica value by 12 (since 1pc = 12pt). This is the standard typographic relationship used in print design for centuries.
Conversion Formula
pt = pc × 12
For example, to convert 3pc to points, calculate 3 × 12 = 36pt. Similarly, 6pc equals 72pt (1 inch) because 6 × 12 = 72.
PC to PT Converter Conversion Table
| PC | PT |
|---|---|
| 0.5pc | 6pt |
| 1pc | 12pt |
| 1.5pc | 18pt |
| 2pc | 24pt |
| 3pc | 36pt |
| 4pc | 48pt |
| 5pc | 60pt |
| 6pc | 72pt |
| 8pc | 96pt |
| 10pc | 120pt |
| 12pc | 144pt |
| 15pc | 180pt |
| 18pc | 216pt |
| 20pc | 240pt |
| 24pc | 288pt |
| 30pc | 360pt |
| 36pc | 432pt |
What is PC?
Picas (pc) are an absolute CSS unit from traditional typography, where 1 pica equals 12 points or 1/6th of an inch. In web contexts, 1pc equals 16 pixels. Picas are rarely used in modern web design but remain relevant for print-focused projects and legacy typographic systems.
What is PT?
Points (pt) are an absolute CSS unit traditionally used in print design, where 1pt equals 1/72nd of an inch. In web contexts, points are often converted at a 3:4 ratio with pixels (3pt = 4px). While less common in modern web design, points remain relevant for print stylesheets and PDF generation.