Converting from Pixel (px) to Cicero (⒞) in Typography

What is Pixel (px)

Pixel (px) is a unit of measurement commonly used in web design to represent the smallest visible element on a screen. It is a fixed-size unit that helps determine the size and spacing of text and images on digital interfaces.

What is Cicero (⒞)

Cicero (⒞) is a unit of measurement in typography that is commonly used in print design. It is a traditional unit that predates digital typography and is based on the size of characters and spacing in printed text.

Conversion Formulas

• To convert from Pixel (px) to Cicero (⒞):

Cicero (⒞)=Pixel (px)×0.05864931

• To convert from Cicero (⒞) to Pixel (px):

Pixel (px)=Cicero (⒞)×17.0505

Examples

1. Converting 12 px to Cicero (⒞):

12px=12×0.05864931=0.7037917⒞

2. Converting 9 ⒞ to Pixel (px):

9⒞=9×17.0505=153.4545px

3. Converting 4 px to Cicero (⒞):

4px=4×0.05864931=0.2345972⒞

By utilizing these conversion formulas, designers and typesetters can easily switch between Pixel (px) and Cicero (⒞) measurements to ensure consistent typography across digital and print media.