Number Base Converter
Convert numbers between binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal bases.
What Is the Number Base Converter?
Converts between binary, octal, decimal, hexadecimal, and any base from 2 to 36.
Formula
Convert via decimal: parse in base A → represent in base B
How to Use
Enter the number, source base, and target base.
Example Calculation
255 (base 10) = FF (base 16) = 11111111 (base 2).
Understanding Number Base Converter
Number bases are fundamental to computer science. Binary is how computers store data, hex is used for colors (#FF5733) and memory addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is hex used in computing?
Each hex digit maps to exactly 4 binary digits, making it a compact way to represent binary data.