VW to PC Converter
Conversion Guide
1. Convert vw to px based on viewport width. 2. Convert px to picas. Example: For 1920px viewport, 1vw = 19.2px = 1.2pc
VW to PC Conversion Table
| VW | PC | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 60 | |
| 1 | 120 | |
| 1.5 | 180 | |
| 2 | 240 | |
| 2.5 | 300 | |
| 3 | 360 | |
| 4 | 480 | |
| 5 | 600 | |
| 6 | 720 | |
| 8 | 960 | |
| 10 | 1200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Basics
What is VW?
The viewport width (vw) unit is relative to 1% of the viewport's width. 100vw equals the full viewport width.
What is the viewport?
The viewport is the visible area of the web page on your device's screen.
When should I use vw?
Use vw for elements that should scale relative to the screen width, like full-width layouts or responsive typography.
What is PC?
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.
Conversion
How to convert VW to PC?
To convert VW to PC, use the following formula:
(vw * viewport width) / (100 * 16)