Convert Twip to Span
Enter the number of twips that you want to convert to spans.
How to Convert Twips to Spans
The twip and span are both units of length. 1 span equals 12959.991836 twips. This means to convert twips to spans, you divide by 12959.991836.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 twip to spans:
We need to convert twips to spans
Since 1 span = 12959.991836 twip, divide by 12959.991836
5 ÷ 12959.991836 = 0.0003858027
5 twip = 0.0003858027 span
Twip to Span Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common twip to span conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Twips (twip) | Spans (span) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 twip | 7.7160542432e-6 span |
| 0.5 twip | 3.8580271216e-5 span |
| 1 twip | 7.7160542432e-5 span |
| 2 twip | 0.0001543211 span |
| 5 twip | 0.0003858027 span |
| 10 twip | 0.0007716054 span |
| 25 twip | 0.0019290136 span |
| 50 twip | 0.0038580271 span |
| 100 twip | 0.0077160542 span |
About These Units
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.
Span (span)
A span is a historical unit approximately 9 inches or 22.86 centimeters, based on the distance from thumb tip to pinky tip with fingers spread. Two spans equal one cubit. Used in ancient measurements and biblical references.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert twips to spans?
To convert twips to spans, divide the value by 12959.991836. For example, 10 twip = 0.0007716054 span.
How many spans are in 1 twip?
1 twip equals 7.7160542432e-5 spans.
What is the formula for twips to spans?
The formula is: span = twip ÷ 12959.991836.