Convert twip to long reed
Please provide values below to convert twip [twip] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to twip.
How to Convert Twip to Long Reed
1 twip = 5.51146731658543e-06 long reed
Example: convert 15 twip to long reed:
15 twip = 15 × 5.51146731658543e-06 long reed = 8.26720097487814e-05 long reed
Twip to Long Reed Conversion Table
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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.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.