Google Sheets Function

CONVERT

Converts a number from one measurement system to another.

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This function works the same in Google Sheets as it does in Excel — same syntax and arguments.

Syntax

CONVERT(number, from_unit, to_unit)

The CONVERT function allows you to translate values between different units of measurement, such as weight, distance, time, pressure, or temperature. It is highly useful for standardizing data sets that contain mixed units.

Arguments

numberrequiredThe numeric value in from_unit that you want to convert.
from_unitrequiredThe unit for the number.
to_unitrequiredThe unit for the result.

Examples

=CONVERT(10, "m", "ft")

Result: 32.80839895

Converts 10 meters into feet.

FAQ

Are unit abbreviations case-sensitive?

Yes, unit abbreviations are case-sensitive; for example, 'm' represents meters while 'M' represents miles.

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