Convert twip to long cubit
Please provide values below to convert twip [twip] to long cubit [long cubit], or Convert long cubit to twip.
How to Convert Twip to Long Cubit
1 twip = 3.30688038995126e-05 long cubit
Example: convert 15 twip to long cubit:
15 twip = 15 × 3.30688038995126e-05 long cubit = 0.000496032058492689 long cubit
Twip to Long Cubit 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 Cubit
A long cubit is an ancient unit of length, slightly longer than the common cubit. Its length varied but was often around 20.6 inches.
History/Origin
The long cubit, or royal cubit, was used in ancient Egypt for monumental construction.
Current Use
The long cubit is an obsolete unit of measurement.