Inches to Feet Converter (in โ†’ ft)

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Conversion Formula

feet = inches รท 12

1 foot = 12 inches

What Is an Inch?

An inch (in) is an imperial unit of length commonly used in the United States and UK. 1 inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters. It is used to measure small distances, height, and furniture dimensions.

What Is a Foot?

A foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length equal to 12 inches or 0.3048 meters. It is widely used in the US for height, architecture, and short-distance measurements.

How to Convert Inches to Feet

  1. Take the length in inches.
  2. Divide it by 12.
  3. The result is the length in feet.

Example: 36 in รท 12 = 3 ft

Inches to Feet Key Values Table

Inches (in)Feet (ft)
121
242
363
484
605
726
847
968

Examples

12 in = 1 ft

24 in = 2 ft

36 in = 3 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

How many inches are in 1 foot?

1 foot equals exactly 12 inches.

Is foot longer than inch?

Yes. One foot is 12 times longer than one inch.

Why divide by 12?

Because 1 foot contains exactly 12 inches.

Real-Life Examples

Inches to Feet Visual Guide

Inches are smaller units in the imperial system, while feet are larger. 12 inches = 1 foot.

Quick Visual Comparison
12 in (1 ft)
36 in (3 ft)
Easy Mental Conversion
Download Full 1โ€“300 Inches to Feet Table (CSV)
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