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Foot to Inch Converter
Convert ft to in or reverse with one click. Type a value below for an instant result.
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How to convert foot to inch
Foot (ft) and Inch (in) both measure length. Whether you are studying, traveling, cooking, or working on a project, converting between them should be fast and accurate.
Looking for the opposite direction? See our dedicated inch to foot converter — same formula reversed, with content written for that direction.
The standard relationship used on this page means that 1 foot equals 12 in. Enter any number in the calculator — use the swap button to reverse the direction without leaving the page.
Converting 6 ft gives 72 in. This is a practical reference when switching between foot and inch for travel distances, screen sizes, furniture dimensions, and construction plans.
Need inch to foot instead? Try our Inch to Foot converter. inch → foot
When you'll use this
- Converting a "5 feet 10 inches" height into a single inches figure for a database, form, or spreadsheet field
- Working out exact inch measurements from a furniture plan or blueprint given in whole and fractional feet
- Converting a standard basketball hoop height (10 feet) or door frame height (6 feet 8 inches) into inches for precise cutting
- Checking fence panel or fabric bolt lengths listed in feet against an inch-based tape measure reading
- Converting a car or boat length spec given in feet into inches for a trailer or garage-fit check
Practical note
This page is frequently used to turn a familiar "feet and inches" figure into the single-number inches format required by online forms, spreadsheets, and some medical or fitness apps — a 5-foot-9-inch height becomes exactly 69 inches once you add 5 × 12 = 60 to the 9 remaining inches. Builders and hobbyists use the plain foot-to-inch conversion for cut lists: a fence post spec calling for an 8-foot length converts to exactly 96 inches, the number that actually needs to be marked on a tape measure or saw guide before cutting.
Tips
- Multiply feet by 12 to get inches exactly — there is no rounding involved since a foot is defined as exactly 12 inches.
- When converting a mixed "feet and inches" height (like 5'10"), convert the feet part first, then add the extra inches rather than converting the whole number as if it were a decimal foot value.
- Standard door height in the US is 6 feet 8 inches (80 inches total) — a useful reference point when double-checking a conversion result.
ft to in conversion table
| ft | in |
|---|---|
| 1 | 12 |
| 2 | 24 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 25 | 300 |
| 50 | 600 |
| 100 | 1200 |
| 150 | 1800 |
| 200 | 2400 |
in to ft conversion table
Or click the swap button in the converter to switch from in to ft.
| in | ft |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.083333 |
| 2 | 0.166666 |
| 6 | 0.5 |
| 12 | 1 |
| 24 | 2 |
| 36 | 3 |
| 48 | 4 |
| 60 | 5 |
| 72 | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
How many inches are in 1 foot? +
One foot equals 12 in. Use the converter above for any value — results are calculated locally with full precision.
How do I convert ft to in? +
Use the formula: in = ft × 12. Enter your value in the calculator and the result appears instantly. Click the swap button to convert in back to ft.
How many feet are in 1 inch? +
One inch equals 0.083333 ft. Swap the converter direction to work backwards from in to ft.
What is 10 ft in in? +
10 ft is 120 in. See the conversion table on this page for more common values.
When would I convert foot to inch? +
This conversion is useful for travel distances, screen sizes, furniture dimensions, and construction plans. ConvertHub runs entirely in your browser — no data is uploaded to any server.
Is foot to inch the same as inch to foot? +
They are inverse operations. This page focuses on ft → in with examples and tables for that direction. For in → ft, use our separate inch to foot converter page.