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Convert inches to cm
Convert inch (in) to centimeter (cm) instantly. Free, no signup, nothing is uploaded — everything runs in your browser.
Inch (in)
To
2.54
Centimeter (cm)
Inch to Centimeter conversion table
| Inch [in] | Centimeter [cm] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0254 |
| 0.1 | 0.254 |
| 1 | 2.54 |
| 2 | 5.08 |
| 3 | 7.62 |
| 5 | 12.7 |
| 10 | 25.4 |
| 20 | 50.8 |
| 50 | 127 |
| 100 | 254 |
| 1,000 | 2,540 |
How to convert inch to centimeter
cm = inches × 2.54
Example: 12 in = 12 × 2.54 = 30.48 cm
To convert back (centimeter to inch): inches = cm ÷ 2.54
What is a inch?
An inch (in) is a unit of length in the US customary and imperial systems, defined as exactly 25.4 millimeters since 1959. It is the standard unit for screen sizes, paper, and small parts in the US.
What is a centimeter?
A centimeter (cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one hundredth of a meter. It is the everyday unit for body measurements, paper sizes, and small object dimensions in most of the world.