Twip to Span (cloth) Converter

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Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Twip to the units of Span (cloth).

Twip to Span (cloth) Converter | twip to span
  1. Enter the input Twip value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Twip into Span (cloth) in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Span (cloth) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Span (cloth) value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Span (cloth) value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Twip to Span (cloth)?

The formula to convert given length from Twip to Span (cloth) is:

Length(Span (cloth)) = Length(Twip) / 12959.99999989393

Substitute the given value of length in twip, i.e., Length(Twip) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in span (cloth), i.e., Length(Span (cloth)).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a software application uses 1440 twips to define the height of a window.
Convert this height from twips to Span (cloth).

Answer:

Given:

The length in twip is:

Length(Twip) = 1440

Formula:

The formula to convert length from twip to span (cloth) is:

Length(Span (cloth)) = Length(Twip) / 12959.99999989393

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Twip) = 1440 in the above formula.

Length(Span (cloth)) = 1440 / 12959.99999989393

Length(Span (cloth)) = 0.1111

Final Answer:

Therefore, 1440 twip is equal to 0.1111 span.

The length is 0.1111 span, in span (cloth).

2

Consider that a custom user interface element is sized at 720 twips.
Convert this size from twips to Span (cloth).

Answer:

Given:

The length in twip is:

Length(Twip) = 720

Formula:

The formula to convert length from twip to span (cloth) is:

Length(Span (cloth)) = Length(Twip) / 12959.99999989393

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Twip) = 720 in the above formula.

Length(Span (cloth)) = 720 / 12959.99999989393

Length(Span (cloth)) = 0.0555555555560103

Final Answer:

Therefore, 720 twip is equal to 0.0555555555560103 span.

The length is 0.0555555555560103 span, in span (cloth).

Twip to Span (cloth) Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Twip to Span (cloth).

Twip (twip)Span (cloth) (span)
0 twip0 span
1 twip0.00007716049 span
2 twip0.00015432099 span
3 twip0.00023148148 span
4 twip0.00030864198 span
5 twip0.00038580247 span
6 twip0.00046296296 span
7 twip0.00054012346 span
8 twip0.00061728395 span
9 twip0.00069444444 span
10 twip0.00077160494 span
20 twip0.00154320988 span
50 twip0.00385802469 span
100 twip0.00771604938 span
1000 twip0.07716049383 span
10000 twip0.7716 span
100000 twip7.716 span

Twip

A twip is a unit of length used in digital typography and graphic design. One twip is equivalent to 1/20 of a point or approximately 1/1440 of an inch, which is about 0.0018 inches or 0.045 mm.

The twip is defined as a very small unit of measurement, providing fine granularity for specifying small increments in digital design and layout.

Twips are used in digital typography, graphic design, and computer programming to achieve precise control over the placement and spacing of text and graphical elements. The unit allows for detailed adjustments and fine-tuning in digital documents and layouts.

Span (cloth)

A span (cloth) is a unit of length used historically in textiles and cloth measurement. One span (cloth) is approximately equivalent to 24 inches or 0.6096 meters.

The span (cloth) is based on the width of a person's outstretched hand from thumb to little finger, providing a practical measure for fabric lengths and textile work.

Spans (cloth) were used in the textile industry for measuring and cutting fabric. While less common today, the unit remains of historical interest and reflects traditional practices in cloth measurement and tailoring.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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