Feet to Inches Converter
Convert feet to inches instantly. Free online ft to in calculator—multiply by 12. For height, lumber, and TV sizes.
How to Convert Foot to Inch
To convert feet to inches, multiply the number of feet by 12. One foot equals exactly 12 inches, making this a straightforward conversion within the imperial system.
Conversion Formula:
value * 12.0000000000Conversion Examples
Example: 5 ft to inches
- 5 × 12 = 60 in
5 feet = 60 inches
Without extra inches.
Example: 1 ft to inches
- 1 × 12 = 12 in
1 foot = 12 inches
Definition.
Conversion Chart
| Foot | Inch |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.2 |
| 0.5 | 6 |
| 1 | 12 |
| 2.5 | 30 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 25 | 300 |
| 50 | 600 |
| 100 | 1200 |
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert feet to inches is:
feet × 12 = inches
Mathematically, you can write this as:
feet × 12 inches/foot = inches
Since 1 foot equals 12 inches, multiplying by 12 converts feet to inches using the standard imperial conversion factor.
Quick Conversion Tip
Quick conversion: Multiply feet by 12 to get inches. For example, 1 ft = 12 in, 2.5 ft = 30 in, 5 ft = 60 in. This works because there are exactly 12 inches in every foot.
Unit Definitions
Foot (ft)
A foot is an imperial unit of length equal to 12 inches or exactly 0.3048 meters. It is commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring length, height, and dimensions.
1 foot = 12 inches = 0.3048 meters = 30.48 centimeters = 0.333333 yards
Inch (in)
An inch is an imperial unit of length equal to 1/12 of a foot or exactly 2.54 centimeters. It is commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring length, height, and dimensions.
1 inch = 2.54 centimeters = 25.4 millimeters = 0.083333 feet = 0.027778 yards
Common Use Cases
- Height in total inches for forms.
- Lumber and board lengths.
- Screen diagonal comparisons.
- Construction takeoffs.
Understanding the Conversion
Feet to inches: 1 foot = 12 inches exactly. Height is often stated as feet plus inches (e.g. 5 ft 10 in).
6 ft = 72 in.
Height in total inches for forms. The table and FAQ on this page walk through the factor if you need it.
FAQs
How many inches in a foot?
12 inches per foot.
How do I convert ft to in?
Multiply feet by 12.
What is 5 feet 6 inches in inches only?
5×12 + 6 = 66 inches.