Feet to Inches (ft to in) Converter and Formula
1 foot equals 12 inches — multiply the number of feet by 12 to convert. The foot is defined as exactly 12 inches, so this is one of the simplest and most exact conversions in the imperial system.
The formula
To convert feet to inches, multiply by 12:
inches = feet × 12
Example: 5 × 12 = 60 inches
To reverse it, divide inches by 12 (or multiply by 0.08333333) to get feet.
Conversion table
| Feet (ft) | Inches (in) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 12 |
| 2 | 24 |
| 3 | 36 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 25 | 300 |
| 50 | 600 |
| 100 | 1200 |
| 500 | 6000 |
| 1000 | 12000 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of feet into the first box.
- Read the inches value instantly in the second box.
- Or enter an inch value to convert back to feet — it works both ways.
Use the Foot to Inch Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Feet-to-inches conversion is constant in construction and carpentry, interior design, height measurement, and US schoolwork, where dimensions are quoted in feet but cut, drilled or measured in inches. For example, a 5-foot shelf is 60 inches, and an 8-foot ceiling is 96 inches.
FAQ
How many inches are in a foot?
One foot equals 12 inches. Multiply feet by 12 — for example, 10 feet = 120 inches.
What is the formula to convert feet to inches?
inches = feet × 12. The converter applies this exact factor automatically.
How do I convert inches back to feet?
Divide by 12, or multiply by 0.08333333. For example, 60 inches ÷ 12 = 5 feet.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. A foot is defined as exactly 12 inches, so there is no rounding.
Related converters
- Inch to Foot Converter
- Foot to Millimeter Converter
- Foot to Centimeter Converter
- Foot to Meter Converter
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