A twip is a typographic measurement unit equal to 1/1440 of an inch, used for precise layout and typesetting.

What is a link [li] unit?

A link is an old English length unit used in surveying, equal to 0.66 feet or 0.201168 meters.

Why convert from twip to link?

Users convert from twip to link to relate detailed typographic measurements to historic surveying distances, aiding in historical research or document interpretation.

How to Convert from Twip to Link [li] | Unit Converter

Easily convert between twip and link (li) units of length using this online conversion tool. Understand key differences and applications of these unique measurement units.

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts length measurements from twip, a typographic unit, to link (li), a historic English surveying unit. It enables users to translate fine-grained layout measurements into historical land measurement contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value you want to convert in twips
Select 'Twip' as the input unit and 'Link [li]' as the output unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent distance in links
Review examples to understand typical conversions
Use the results for research or measurement translation purposes

Key Features

Converts twip units to link [li] with a defined conversion rate
Supports length units used in typography and historical surveying
User-friendly, browser-based interface
Provides conversion examples for clarity
Helps bridge typographic and cadastral measurement systems

Examples

1000 Twips equals 0.0876824 Link [li]
5000 Twips equals 0.438412 Link [li]

Common Use Cases

Translating typographic or GUI coordinate measurements into historical land units
Interpreting distances found in old property deeds and cadastral records
Reconstructing 18th–19th century property boundaries and maps
Comparing measurement scales in desktop publishing and cartography research
Converting fine layout units to surveying units for software localization

Tips & Best Practices

Understand the historical context of the link unit before using conversions
Use this tool primarily for research or educational purposes
Cross-check results when applying conversions to historical documents
Recognize the differences in scale and application between twips and links
Consult archival or cadastral experts when interpreting old measurements

Limitations

Twip and link units come from very different measurement systems and scales
Conversions are mostly relevant for historical or academic interest
The historic nature of the link may affect precision for modern use cases

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a twip unit?: A twip is a typographic measurement unit equal to 1/1440 of an inch, used for precise layout and typesetting.
What is a link [li] unit?: A link is an old English length unit used in surveying, equal to 0.66 feet or 0.201168 meters.
Why convert from twip to link?: Users convert from twip to link to relate detailed typographic measurements to historic surveying distances, aiding in historical research or document interpretation.

Key Terminology

Twip: A typographic unit equal to 1/1440 inch, used for fine layout and typesetting measurements.
Link [li]: A historical English surveying unit of length equal to 0.66 feet, used in 18th–19th century land measurements.
Conversion Rate: The factor used to translate values from one unit of measurement to another, here 1 twip = 0.0000876824 link [li].

Quick Knowledge Check

What does one twip represent?

1/100 of a foot

1/1440 of an inch

1/20 of a meter

Which field mainly uses the link unit?

Modern typography

Historical surveying

Digital graphics design

What is a common use case for converting twips to links?

Designing user interfaces

Reconstructing historical land boundaries

Measuring screen resolution

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