CM to Inches
Convert centimetres to inches (and back) — for height, clothes, screens and furniture.
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About the CM to Inches
Tailors, furniture makers and online shops use inches, while rulers and medical forms often use centimetres. Type a value to convert centimetres to inches instantly, or press the swap button to convert inches to centimetres.
The quick table shows common values so you can read off a conversion at a glance.
How to use the CM to Inches
- Enter the number of centimetres.
- Read the result in inches. Use the swap button for inches → cm.
- Choose other units such as feet or millimetres from the lists if you need them.
How it works
1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly, so inches = cm ÷ 2.54 and cm = inches × 2.54.
1 cm = 0.393701 in; 12 inches = 1 foot = 30.48 cm.
Examples
- 30 cm = 11.811 in.
- A height of 170 cm = 66.93 in (5 ft 6.9 in).
- A 32-inch screen = 81.28 cm (measured diagonally).
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert my height in cm to feet and inches?
Divide the centimetres by 2.54 to get inches, then divide by 12: the whole number is feet and the remainder is inches. For example 170 cm = 66.93 in = 5 ft 6.9 in.
Can I convert to other units?
Yes. Choose any unit in the From and To lists, or swap them with the arrow button.