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CM to Inches Converter
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This cm to inches converter helps with height, screen sizes, furniture dimensions, and craft measurements. Enter centimeters for inches, or convert inches to cm when a spec sheet uses the other system.
One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters by international definition.
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How to use this tool
Choose length units, type a value in cm or inches, and view the equivalent in the other unit.
Worked example
Example: 180 cm ÷ 2.54 ≈ 70.87 inches (about 5 ft 11 in when converted to feet separately).
When to use this
- Converting height between metric and imperial.
- Matching product dimensions from EU listings.
- Pattern and sewing measurements.
Common mistakes
- Forgetting 12 inches per foot when reporting height.
- Rounding too early in multi-step conversions.
- Using feet/inches fields when only cm/in is needed.
Related long-tail tasks
- inches to cm converter
- height cm to feet
- mm to inches
How it works
Choose a category, enter a value, and select the units to convert from and to. Length, weight, and volume use standard conversion factors. Temperature uses the Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin formulas. Results update as you type and include every unit in the selected category.
Limitations
Uses standard conversion factors. Cooking measures and historical units may vary by region or source.
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Frequently asked questions
How many inches in 1 cm?
One centimeter equals about 0.3937 inches (1 inch = 2.54 cm).
Does this convert feet?
This page focuses on cm ↔ inches. Use the full unit converter for feet and meters.
Fractional inches?
Results show decimal inches; convert fractions manually if your ruler uses eighths or sixteenths.
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