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Inches to Centimeters Converter

Quick answer: 1 in = 2.54 cm. To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54.

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Centimeters = Inches × 2.54

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Inches to Centimeters conversion table

InchesCentimeters
1 in2.54 cm
2 in5.08 cm
5 in12.7 cm
10 in25.4 cm
25 in63.5 cm
50 in127 cm
100 in254 cm

How to convert inches to centimeters

Centimeters = Inches × 2.54. For example, 2 in = 5.08 cm. Type a value in either box above: the other one updates instantly, both ways.

What is an inch?

An inch (in) is exactly 2.54 centimeters, by the 1959 international yard and pound agreement; 12 inches make a foot.

What is a centimeter?

A centimeter (cm) is one hundredth of a meter; 2.54 cm make exactly one inch.

How do I convert inches to centimeters?

Use the formula Centimeters = Inches × 2.54. Type a value in the inches box and the result appears instantly.

How many centimeters are in 1 inch?

1 in = 2.54 cm.

Is this converter free and private?

Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up, and the calculation runs in your browser: nothing is sent to a server.