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Hex to Decimal Converter
Convert hexadecimal to decimal and other bases
Hexadecimal (hex) values appear constantly in programming — memory addresses, color codes, cryptographic hashes, and network protocols. Converting them to decimal or binary by hand is tedious and error-prone. This tool converts any hex value to decimal, binary, and octal simultaneously.
Step-by-step guide
- Enter the hex value: Type the hex digits in the Input field. The 0x prefix is optional; A–F can be uppercase or lowercase.
- Select Hexadecimal as the input base: Choose Hexadecimal (base 16) from the From base selector.
- Read all four outputs at once: The result shows decimal, binary, and octal simultaneously.
- Use the grouped hex field: The Hex grouped field splits the value into 2-digit bytes (e.g. FF 6A 00) for easier reading.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the hex value FF equal in decimal?
- 255. FF = 15×16 + 15 = 255. It is also the maximum value of an 8-bit unsigned byte.
- How do I convert a hex memory address like 0x7FFF to decimal?
- Enter 7FFF and select Hexadecimal. The decimal value is 32767 — the maximum positive value of a signed 16-bit integer.
- Why do hex values only use digits 0–9 and letters A–F?
- Hexadecimal needs 16 symbols. After the 10 digits 0–9, the letters A (10), B (11), C (12), D (13), E (14), F (15) represent the remaining values.
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