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Convert Twip to Handbreadth

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Handbreadth


How to use this Twip to Handbreadth Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given Twip value from Twip units to Handbreadth units.

  1. Enter the input Twip value in the text field.
  2. The given Twip is converted to Handbreadth in realtime ⌚ using the formula, and displayed under the Handbreadth label.
  3. You may copy the resulting Handbreadth value using the Copy button.

Formula

To convert given length from Twip to Handbreadth, use the following formula.

Handbreadth = Twip / 4320.00000003048

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Twip to Handbreadth Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Twip to Handbreadth.

Twip (twip)Handbreadth (handbreadth)
0 twip0 handbreadth
1 twip0.00023148148 handbreadth
2 twip0.00046296296 handbreadth
3 twip0.00069444444 handbreadth
4 twip0.00092592593 handbreadth
5 twip0.00115740741 handbreadth
6 twip0.00138888889 handbreadth
7 twip0.00162037037 handbreadth
8 twip0.00185185185 handbreadth
9 twip0.00208333333 handbreadth
10 twip0.00231481481 handbreadth
20 twip0.00462962963 handbreadth
50 twip0.01157407407 handbreadth
100 twip0.02314814815 handbreadth
1000 twip0.2315 handbreadth
10000 twip2.3148 handbreadth
100000 twip23.1481 handbreadth

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.

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.