Convert Character (X) to Twip - Online Unit Converter

Convert Character (X) length to Twip using our convenient online unit converter. Simply enter the value for Character (X) and obtain an accurate conversion to Twip instantly.

Please provide values below to convert Character X To Twip, or vice versa.
Character X
Twip
Result:

character (X)

Definition:

A unit of measurement used in typography that refers to the width of a character in a given font and point size. It is typically used to determine the width of a column or line of text in printed material.

History/origin:

The character (X) unit has been used in typography since the 19th century. It was originally defined as the width of the capital letter "M" in a given font and point size.

Current use:

The character (X) unit is still used in typography and desktop publishing software to determine the width of text and columns in printed material.

twip



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