Inches to Meters Converter
1 inch = 0.0254 meters exactly. Paste fractional inches, a height, or dimensions.
Paste inches, feet + inches, or up to three dimensions. Metric inputs also convert back to inches.
Inches to meters conversion chart
| Inches | Meters | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0254 | 2.54 |
| 12 | 0.3048 | 30.48 |
| 24 | 0.6096 | 60.96 |
| 36 | 0.9144 | 91.44 |
| 48 | 1.2192 | 121.92 |
| 60 | 1.524 | 152.4 |
| 70 | 1.778 | 177.8 |
| 72 | 1.8288 | 182.88 |
| 100 | 2.54 | 254 |
Multiply inches by 0.0254
Meters = inches × 0.0254. The international inch is defined as exactly 0.0254 meters, so the conversion factor does not need approximation. To convert meters back to inches, divide by 0.0254.
Fractions, height, and multiple dimensions
Real measurements do not always arrive as one decimal. This converter accepts mixed fractions such as 70 1/2 in, heights such as 5 ft 10 in, and dimensions such as 24 × 36 in. It converts every dimension separately, preserving their order.
Calculated value versus a practical metric size
The full-precision calculation is appropriate for specifications. A shop or product catalog may use whole millimeters, 5 mm steps, or whole centimeters instead. The practical-size row shows the selected rounded value and its signed difference from the calculated conversion, so rounding is never hidden.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert inches to meters?
Multiply inches by exactly 0.0254. For example, 70 inches × 0.0254 = 1.778 meters.
How many meters is 70 inches?
70 inches is exactly 1.778 meters, 177.8 centimeters, or 1,778 millimeters.
Can I enter feet and inches together?
Yes. Paste a height such as 5 ft 10 in, 5' 10", or 5′ 10″. The tool totals the inches before converting to metric.
Can I convert picture or screen dimensions?
Yes. Enter up to three dimensions, such as 24 × 36 in. A unit at the end applies to every dimension, and each value is returned in meters, centimeters, and millimeters.
What is the practical rounded size?
It rounds the calculated metric value to your selected 1 mm, 5 mm, or 1 cm increment and shows the signed error. Use the full calculated result when practical rounding is not appropriate.