What are EM and Pica?
EM is a relative unit based on the font size of the parent element. Pica is an absolute unit typically used in typography, where 1 Pica = 12 points.
Usage Instructions
- Set the parent element's font size (default is 16px)
- Input the EM value to convert
- Click the "Convert" button or press Enter to get the result
- Use the "Copy" button to copy the conversion result
px
em
0
pc
Calculation formula: pc = (em × parent element font size) ÷ 16
Common Conversion Examples
- 1em = 1.0pc (when the parent element's font size is 16px)
- 2em = 2.0pc
- 0.5em = 0.5pc
- 1.5em = 1.5pc