How to Convert MM to CM in Excel – 4 Easy Methods

The sample dataset showcases “Name” and “Height” in Millimeter units (MM).

convert mm to cm in excel intro


Method 1 -Using the CONVERT Function to Convert MM to CM in Excel

Use the CONVERT function to convert Millimeter to Centimeter.

Steps:

  • Select E5:E10.
  • Enter the following formula.

=CONVERT(C5,"mm","cm")

  • Press CTRL+ENTER.

This will Auto-fill the formula to the selected cells.

convert mm to cm in excel

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Method 2 – Converting MM to CM by Applying a Generic Formula

Steps:

  • Select E5:E10.
  • Enter the following formula.

=C5*0.1

  • Press CTRL+ENTER.

MM are converted to CM.

convert mm to cm in excel generic formula

Read More: How to Convert Meters to Feet in Excel


Method 3- Using the Paste Special Feature to Convert MM to CM

 MM values will be divided by 10. 10 is added in B12.

Steps:

  • Copy 10 in B12.
  • Select D5:D12.
  • Go to the Home tab >>> Paste >>> “Paste Special…”.

  • In the Paste Special dialog box, select Operation.
  • Choose Divide.
  • Click OK.

convert mm to cm in excel paste special option

MM values are converted to CM in D5:D10.

Read More: Converting CM to Inches in Excel


Method 4 – Converting MM to CM using VBA in Excel

Steps:

  • Go to the Developer tab >>> select Visual Basic.

Alternatively, you can press ALT+F11. The Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications window will open.

convert mm to cm in excel developer tab

  • In Insert >>> select Module.

 

  • Enter the code in the Module.
Sub cm_to_mm_conversion()
    Range("D5:D10").Select
    Selection.FormulaR1C1 = "=CONVERT(RC[-1],""mm"",""cm"")"
End Sub

convert mm to cm in excel Code module

VBA Code Breakdown

  • A Sub Procedure cm_to_mm_conversion is called.
  •  D5:D10, is defined as output range.
  • R1C1-style refer to the range inside the CONVERT function.
  • RC[-1] is:
    • The third Bracket [ ] is used for relative cell references.
    • -1 inside the bracket means 1 less.
    • -1 is next to C, which means 1 column left.
  • As the range is D5:D10, for this notation, C5:C10 is referred inside our formula.

 

  • Save the Module.
  • Click inside the code.
  • Click Run.

MM are converted to CM.

Convert MM to CM in Excel Incorporating VBA

Read More: How to Convert CM to Feet and Inches in Excel


Things to Remember

  • The CONVERT function is case-sensitive. MM or CM instead of mm or cm can’t be used. Otherwise, the “#N/A” error will be displayed.
  • Only similar measurements can be used in the CONVERT function.

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Rafiul Haq

Rafiul Haq worked as an Excel and VBA Content Developer in Exceldemy for over two years and published almost 200 articles for the website. He is passionate about exploring new aspects of Excel and VBA. He received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Production Engineering (MPE) from the Islamic University of Technology. Rafiul furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Finance from the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) at the University of Dhaka. Apart from creating... Read Full Bio

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