Instantly convert VW to PC and PC to VW
A simple and fast tool to convert viewport width (vw) units to pica (pc) values and vice versa for your web designs.
How to Convert VW to PC
Step 1: Determine the Viewport Width
Identify the viewport width you are targeting. Common desktop widths are 1920px or 1440px. Enter this value in the “Viewport Width” field.
Step 2: Use the Conversion Formula
The formula to convert VW to picas is: `((VW Value / 100) * Viewport Width) / 16`. This is because 1 pica is equal to 16 pixels in a standard 96 DPI context.
Result in PC = ((VW / 100) * Viewport Width) / 16
Step 3: Example Calculation
If you want to convert 10vw to picas for a 1920px wide viewport, the calculation is:
((10 / 100) * 1920) / 16 = 12
So, 10vw is equal to 12pc on a 1920px wide screen.
Common VW to PC Reference
A quick reference table based on the viewport width set above.
VW to PC Converter Information
Understanding VW Units
The `vw` unit stands for “viewport width”. It is a relative unit where 1vw is equal to 1% of the browser’s viewport width. This makes it incredibly powerful for creating fluid layouts and typography that scale smoothly as the user resizes their browser window.
Understanding VH Units
The pica (pc) is a traditional typographic unit of measure. One pica is equivalent to 12 points, and there are 6 picas to an inch. In the digital world, based on a standard 96 DPI, one pica is equal to 16 pixels. Picas are often used in graphic design and desktop publishing for setting column widths and other layout measurements.
Why Convert VW to PC?
Converting `vw` to `pc` is useful when aligning fluid web designs with traditional typographic or print-based layouts. This is important for:
- Cross-Media Branding: Ensuring that the typographic scale and layout grids used on a website are consistent with those used in print materials like magazines or brochures.
- Working with Print Designers: Facilitates communication and collaboration between web developers and graphic designers who may work primarily with picas and points.
- Implementing Grid Systems: For web layouts that are based on classic typographic grid systems, converting `vw` values to `pc` can help in verifying the design’s accuracy and proportions.