2 Quick Ways to Convert Inches to Meters in Excel

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When working on project plans, it is often necessary to convert measurements of length between different unit systems. Fortunately, Microsoft Excel has built-in functions and formulas to assist with this task.

In this Excel tutorial, you will learn how to convert inches to meters. To do this, you can use either the conversion factor or simply use Excel’s CONVERT function.

Assuming that we have a dataset as below that contains the heights (inches) of employees. We have converted each employee’s height into meters.

Converting Inches to Meters


Using the CONVERT Function

The CONVERT function in Microsoft Excel is used to convert a number from one measurement unit to another. It’s particularly helpful when working with different systems of measurement, such as converting length, weight, volume, or other physical quantities from one unit to another. The CONVERT function has the following syntax: =CONVERT(number,from_unit,to_unit)

To convert inches to meters, follow the steps:

  1. Insert the following formula in a cell:=CONVERT(C5,"in","m")
  2. Press the ENTER button.
  3. Drag down the Fill Handle to copy down the formula all the way.
    Using CONVERT Function to Convert Inches to Meters

Now, you can see that the heights in inches have been converted into heights in meters.

Note: The unit abbreviations (e.g., “in” and “m”) should be in lowercase within the CONVERT function. Ensure that you are converting between compatible units. In this case, you’re converting length units (inches to meters), so make sure you’re not mixing units from different categories (e.g., length and volume).

Read More: How to Convert Units in Excel


Using the Conversion Factor

A conversion factor is a numerical factor used to multiply or divide a quantity to convert it from one unit into another. It allows you to express the same physical quantity in different units of measurement.

For example, to convert inches to centimeters, the conversion factor is based on the fact that 1 inch is equal to 0.0254 meters. The conversion factor in this case would be:

1 inch= 0.0254 meters

The common formula for the conversion is: =cell_reference*conversion factor

To convert inches to meters using a conversion factor:

  1. Choose the cell where you have the value in inches that you want to convert.
  2. Enter the formula:=C5*$F$5
    Replace C5 with the reference to the cell containing the value in inches.
  3. Press Enter.
    Using the Conversion Factor to Convert Inches to Meters

This has converted the respective inches into meters.

Read More: How to Convert Feet to Inches in Excel


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Conclusion

To sum up, we have discussed two easy ways to convert inches to meters in Excel. And don’t hesitate to ask any questions in the comment section below. We will try to respond to all the relevant queries as soon as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I round the result of converting inches to meters?

Answer: Yes, you can use the ROUND function in Excel to round the result to a specified number of decimal places. For example, =ROUND(CONVERT(A1, “in”, “m”), 2) rounds to two decimal places.

How do I convert inches to feet in Excel?

To convert inches to feet in Excel, you can use either the CONVERT function or a simple division by the conversion factor.  Assuming your measurement in inches is in cell A1, you can use the following formula: =CONVERT(A1, “in”, “ft”). This formula uses the CONVERT function to convert the measurement in inches (in cell A1) to feet.

Otherwise, if you prefer a more straightforward approach using the conversion factor (1 foot = 12 inches), you can use the following formula: =A1 / 12. In this formula, replace A1 with the reference to the cell containing the measurement in inches. Divide the measurement in inches by 12 to get the equivalent length in feet.


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