How to use this Pica to Handbreadth Converter π€
Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Pica to the units of Handbreadth.
Enter the input Pica value in the text field.
The calculator converts the given Pica into Handbreadth in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Handbreadth label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Handbreadth value is re-calculated, just like that.
You may copy the resulting Handbreadth value using the Copy button.
To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
What is the Formula to convert Pica to Handbreadth?
The formula to convert given length from Pica to Handbreadth is:
Length(Handbreadth) = Length(Pica) / 18
Substitute the given value of length in pica, i.e., Length(Pica) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in handbreadth, i.e., Length(Handbreadth).
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a print layout uses 12 picas for the width of a column. Convert this width from picas to Handbreadth.
Answer:
Given:
The length in pica is:
Length(Pica) = 12
Formula:
The formula to convert length from pica to handbreadth is:
Length(Handbreadth) = Length(Pica) / 18
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 12 in the above formula.
Length(Handbreadth) = 12 / 18
Length(Handbreadth) = 0.6667
Final Answer:
Therefore, 12 pica is equal to 0.6667 handbreadth.
The length is 0.6667 handbreadth, in handbreadth.
2
Consider that a typesetter measures a line of text to be 6 picas long. Convert this length from picas to Handbreadth.
Answer:
Given:
The length in pica is:
Length(Pica) = 6
Formula:
The formula to convert length from pica to handbreadth is:
Length(Handbreadth) = Length(Pica) / 18
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 6 in the above formula.
Length(Handbreadth) = 6 / 18
Length(Handbreadth) = 0.3333
Final Answer:
Therefore, 6 pica is equal to 0.3333 handbreadth.
The length is 0.3333 handbreadth, in handbreadth.
Pica to Handbreadth Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Pica to Handbreadth.
Pica (pica)
Handbreadth (handbreadth)
0 pica
0 handbreadth
1 pica
0.05555555556handbreadth
2 pica
0.1111handbreadth
3 pica
0.1667handbreadth
4 pica
0.2222handbreadth
5 pica
0.2778handbreadth
6 pica
0.3333handbreadth
7 pica
0.3889handbreadth
8 pica
0.4444handbreadth
9 pica
0.5handbreadth
10 pica
0.5556handbreadth
20 pica
1.1111handbreadth
50 pica
2.7778handbreadth
100 pica
5.5556handbreadth
1000 pica
55.5556handbreadth
10000 pica
555.5556handbreadth
100000 pica
5555.5556handbreadth
Pica
A pica is a unit of length used primarily in typography and printing. One pica is equivalent to 1/6 of an inch or approximately 4.233 millimeters.
The pica is defined as 12 points, with one point being 1/72 of an inch. It is used to measure the size of type, line length, and spacing in printed materials.
Picas are commonly used in the printing and graphic design industries to ensure consistency in text layout and design. The unit provides a standard measurement for various typographic and layout tasks.
Handbreadth
A handbreadth is a historical unit of length used to measure small distances, typically based on the width of a hand. One handbreadth is approximately equivalent to 4 inches or about 0.1016 meters.
The handbreadth is defined as the width of a person's hand, measured from the edge of the thumb to the edge of the little finger when the hand is spread out. This unit was used for practical measurements in various contexts, including textiles and construction.
Handbreadths were used in historical measurement systems for assessing lengths and dimensions where precise tools were not available. Although less common today, the unit provides historical context for traditional measurement practices and everyday use in different cultures.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Pica to Handbreadth in Length?
The formula to convert Pica to Handbreadth in Length is:
Pica / 18
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Pica to Handbreadth, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Pica to Handbreadth?
To convert Length from Pica to Handbreadth, you can use the following formula:
Pica / 18
For example, if you have a value in Pica, you substitute that value in place of Pica in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Handbreadth.
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