Inches to PC Converter

Conversion Guide

Multiply inches by 6 (1 inch = 6 picas). Example: 1in = 6pc

INCHES Value

PC Value

Conversion Settings

PPI

This is based on the standard pica size of 1/6 inch.

Inches (in) are absolute-length units that correspond to physical inches, commonly used in print design and American markets.

How do inches convert to pixels?

At 96 DPI (standard screen resolution), 1 inch equals 96 pixels. However, this varies with screen DPI.

When should I use inches in CSS?

Inches are most appropriate for print stylesheets (@media print) or when designing for markets that use imperial measurements.

Picas (pc) are absolute-length units used in typography. One pica equals 12 points, or 1/6 of an inch.

How do picas relate to other units?

1pc = 12pt = 1/6in ≈ 16px (at 96 DPI). Picas are traditionally used in typography and print design.

Are picas commonly used in web design?

No, picas are rarely used in web design. They're primarily used in print typography and traditional publishing.

To convert Inches to PC, use the following formula:

inches * 96 / 16