Convert Micrometer to Twip
Type the number of micrometers that you wish to convert to twips.
How to Convert Micrometers to Twips
The micrometer and twip are both units of length. 1 twip equals 17.6389 micrometers. This means to convert micrometers to twips, you divide by 17.6389.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 μm to twips:
We need to convert micrometers to twips
Since 1 twip = 17.6389 μm, divide by 17.6389
5 ÷ 17.6389 = 0.2834643884
5 μm = 0.2834643884 twip
Micrometer to Twip Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common micrometer to twip conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Micrometers (μm) | Twips (twip) |
|---|---|
| 1 μm | 0.0566928777 twip |
| 2 μm | 0.1133857553 twip |
| 5 μm | 0.2834643884 twip |
| 10 μm | 0.5669287767 twip |
| 15 μm | 0.8503931651 twip |
| 20 μm | 1.1338575535 twip |
| 25 μm | 1.4173219418 twip |
| 50 μm | 2.8346438837 twip |
| 100 μm | 5.6692877674 twip |
About These Units
Micrometer (μm)
A micrometer (μm), also called a micron, is a metric unit equal to one millionth of a meter or 0.001 millimeters. Micrometers are used for measuring bacteria (1-10 μm), human hair diameter (70-100 μm), red blood cells (7 μm), and semiconductor features.
Twip (twip)
A twip is a typographical unit equal to 1/20 of a point, 1/1440 of an inch, or approximately 17.64 micrometers. Twips are used in desktop publishing software and Microsoft applications for precise text positioning and layout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert micrometers to twips?
To convert micrometers to twips, divide the value by 17.6389. For example, 10 μm = 0.5669287767 twip.
How many twips are in 1 micrometer?
1 micrometer equals 0.0566928777 twips.
What is the formula for micrometers to twips?
The formula is: twip = μm ÷ 17.6389.