Points to Picas

Convert points (pt) to picas (pc) with formulas, examples, and conversion tables.

Points (pt)

Picas (pc)

1 pt = 0.0833 pc

Full precision:0.08333333 pc

Step-by-Step Solution

To convert 1 points to picas, we divide by 12 because one pica equals exactly 12 points.

1 pica = 12 points

Since there are 12 points in every pica, we divide our value by this factor:

1 ÷ 12 = 0.0833 picas

So 1 points = 0.0833 picas.

✓Quick check: 0.0833 × 12 = 1 points

How to Convert Points to Picas

To convert points to picas, divide the value by 12.

Picas = Points ÷ 12

1 pica = 12 points

Tip: To convert picas back to points, multiply by 12.

Example 1: 1 pt = 0.0833 pc
1 ÷ 12 = 0.0833

Example 2: 5 pt = 0.4167 pc
5 ÷ 12 = 0.4167

Example 3: 10 pt = 0.8333 pc
10 ÷ 12 = 0.8333