Inches to Feet Converter
Convert inches to feet and inches instantly.
How to Convert Inches to Feet
Converting inches to feet is a fundamental skill in the imperial measurement system. This conversion is used daily for measuring height, screen sizes, room dimensions, and countless other applications.
The Simple Division: By 12
Since there are exactly 12 inches in 1 foot, converting inches to feet requires simple division.
Formula: Feet = Inches ÷ 12
To get feet and remaining inches, divide by 12. The quotient is feet, and the remainder is inches.
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with inches: Let's convert 72 inches to feet.
- Divide by 12: 72 ÷ 12 = 6 feet exactly
- For 67 inches: 67 ÷ 12 = 5.58 feet, or 5 feet + (0.58 × 12) = 5 feet 7 inches
Common Inches to Feet Conversions
- 12 inches = 1 foot
- 24 inches = 2 feet
- 36 inches = 3 feet (1 yard)
- 48 inches = 4 feet
- 60 inches = 5 feet
- 66 inches = 5 feet 6 inches
- 72 inches = 6 feet
- 84 inches = 7 feet
- 96 inches = 8 feet
Height Conversion Chart
Common human heights expressed in total inches:
- 60 inches = 5'0"
- 63 inches = 5'3"
- 66 inches = 5'6"
- 69 inches = 5'9"
- 72 inches = 6'0"
- 75 inches = 6'3"
Practical Uses
- Fabric and sewing: Calculating yardage from inches
- Construction: Board lengths and dimensions
- Height measurement: Converting total inches to feet/inches format
- Screen sizes: Understanding TV and monitor dimensions
- Furniture: Measuring tables, beds, and room dimensions
Understanding Remainders
When inches don't divide evenly by 12, you get a remainder. For instance, 67 inches ÷ 12 = 5 remainder 7. This means 67 inches = 5 feet 7 inches. The calculator above handles this automatically.
Decimal vs. Feet-Inches Format
Height can be expressed as decimal feet (5.5 ft) or feet-inches (5'6"). Both are valid, but the feet-inches format is more common in everyday usage, while decimal feet are preferred in calculations and engineering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many feet is 72 inches?
72 inches equals exactly 6 feet.
How many feet is 60 inches?
60 inches equals exactly 5 feet.
How do you convert 67 inches to feet and inches?
67 inches = 5 feet 7 inches (67 ÷ 12 = 5 remainder 7).