Convert handbreadth to twip
Please provide values below to convert handbreadth [handbreadth] to twip [twip], or Convert twip to handbreadth.
How to Convert Handbreadth to Twip
1 handbreadth = 4319.99727874187 twip
Example: convert 15 handbreadth to twip:
15 handbreadth = 15 × 4319.99727874187 twip = 64799.9591811281 twip
Handbreadth to Twip Conversion Table
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Handbreadth
A handbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of the hand at the knuckles, excluding the thumb. It is typically about 3 inches.
History/Origin
The handbreadth has been used as a unit of measurement in many cultures throughout history.
Current Use
The handbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Twip
A twip (twentieth of a point) is a unit of typographical measurement equal to 1/1440 of an inch.
History/Origin
The twip was invented by Microsoft as a device-independent unit for layout calculations in its software.
Current Use
The twip is used internally by some software programs for screen and print layout.