How to use this tool
- Type a value in centimeters — it's pre-selected above.
- Read the converted inches value instantly, or use the reference table below for common values at a glance.
- Click the ⇄ button to flip the conversion direction.
Centimeters to Inches reference table
| cm | in |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.393701 |
| 2 | 0.787402 |
| 5 | 1.968504 |
| 10 | 3.937008 |
| 15 | 5.905512 |
| 20 | 7.874016 |
| 30 | 11.811024 |
| 50 | 19.685039 |
| 100 | 39.370079 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many inches in 1 centimeter?
- 1 cm = 0.393701 in.
- How many centimeters in 1 inch?
- 1 in = 2.54 cm.
- Where does converting centimeters to inches actually come up?
- Common when reading a European size chart, a phone or laptop screen spec, or a piece of furniture measured in centimeters against an inch-based tape measure.
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