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Point


A point is a unit of length used mainly in typography to measure font size, line spacing, and other elements of printed text. It is defined as 1/72 of an inch, which is approximately 0.3528 millimeters.


Key facts:



  • 1 point = 1/72 inch ≈ 0.3528 mm



  • 12 points = 1 pica



  • Used universally in typesetting, desktop publishing, and graphic design



  • Measures font sizes, leading (line spacing), and other typographic details



The point system helps designers and printers maintain precise and consistent text layouts across various media.



Centiinch


A centiinch is a very small unit of length equal to one-hundredth of an inch (0.01 inch). It is not commonly used in everyday measurement but may appear in fields requiring precise fractional measurements based on the inch.


Key details:



  • 1 centiinch = 0.01 inch



  • Equivalent to 0.254 millimeters



  • Used for fine measurements where inch subdivisions are preferred



  • Rare and mostly of specialized or historical interest



The centiinch allows for more detailed measurements within the inch system, similar to how centimeters subdivide a meter.



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