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font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, Geneva, Verdana, sans-serif;
max-width: 700px;
margin: 20px auto;
padding: 25px;
border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;
border-radius: 10px;
background-color: #f9f9f9;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.08);
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margin-bottom: 25px;
font-size: 1.8em;
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margin-bottom: 8px;
color: #555;
font-weight: bold;
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padding: 12px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
border-radius: 6px;
font-size: 1em;
width: calc(100% – 24px);
box-sizing: border-box;
transition: border-color 0.3s ease;
}
.inches-feet-calculator-container input[type="number"]:focus {
border-color: #007bff;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 5px rgba(0, 123, 255, 0.3);
}
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background-color: #007bff;
color: white;
padding: 12px 20px;
border: none;
border-radius: 6px;
cursor: pointer;
font-size: 1.1em;
margin-top: 20px;
width: 100%;
box-sizing: border-box;
transition: background-color 0.3s ease, transform 0.2s ease;
}
.inches-feet-calculator-container button:hover {
background-color: #0056b3;
transform: translateY(-2px);
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margin-top: 25px;
padding: 15px;
background-color: #e9f7ff;
border: 1px solid #b3e0ff;
border-radius: 8px;
font-size: 1.1em;
color: #333;
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color: #0056b3;
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margin-bottom: 8px;
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border: 1px solid #dcdcdc;
padding: 20px;
border-radius: 8px;
margin-bottom: 30px;
background-color: #ffffff;
}
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margin-bottom: 0;
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line-height: 1.6;
color: #444;
margin-bottom: 15px;
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list-style-type: disc;
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margin-bottom: 8px;
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function calculateFeetInchesToTotal() {
var feet = parseFloat(document.getElementById("feetInput1").value);
var inches = parseFloat(document.getElementById("inchesInput1").value);
if (isNaN(feet)) feet = 0;
if (isNaN(inches)) inches = 0;
var totalInches = (feet * 12) + inches;
var totalFeet = feet + (inches / 12);
document.getElementById("totalInchesResult").innerHTML = totalInches.toFixed(2) + " inches";
document.getElementById("totalFeetResult").innerHTML = totalFeet.toFixed(3) + " feet";
}
function calculateTotalInchesToFeetInches() {
var totalInches = parseFloat(document.getElementById("totalInchesInput2").value);
if (isNaN(totalInches)) totalInches = 0;
var feet = Math.floor(totalInches / 12);
var remainingInches = totalInches % 12;
document.getElementById("feetFromInchesResult").innerHTML = feet + " feet";
document.getElementById("remainingInchesResult").innerHTML = remainingInches.toFixed(2) + " inches";
}
function calculateTotalFeetToFeetInches() {
var totalFeet = parseFloat(document.getElementById("totalFeetInput3").value);
if (isNaN(totalFeet)) totalFeet = 0;
var feet = Math.floor(totalFeet);
var fractionalFeet = totalFeet – feet;
var inches = fractionalFeet * 12;
document.getElementById("feetFromTotalFeetResult").innerHTML = feet + " feet";
document.getElementById("inchesFromTotalFeetResult").innerHTML = inches.toFixed(2) + " inches";
}
// Initial calculations to display default values
document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {
calculateFeetInchesToTotal();
calculateTotalInchesToFeetInches();
calculateTotalFeetToFeetInches();
});
Inches and Feet Converter
This calculator helps you easily convert measurements between feet and inches. Whether you're working on a DIY project, calculating dimensions for furniture, or simply need to understand measurements in different units, this tool provides quick and accurate conversions.
1. Convert Feet & Inches to Total Inches and Total Feet
Total Inches: 0.00 inches
Total Feet: 0.000 feet
2. Convert Total Inches to Feet & Inches
Feet: 0 feet
Remaining Inches: 0.00 inches
3. Convert Total Feet to Feet & Inches
Feet: 0 feet
Inches: 0.00 inches
Understanding Inches and Feet
The imperial system of measurement, commonly used in the United States, relies on units like inches and feet for length. The fundamental relationship between these two units is straightforward:
- 1 foot (ft) = 12 inches (in)
This simple conversion factor is the basis for all calculations performed by this tool. Understanding this relationship is crucial for accurate measurements in various applications.
Why Convert Between Inches and Feet?
Converting between inches and feet is a common task in many scenarios:
- Construction and DIY Projects: Blueprints and material lists often specify dimensions in a mix of feet and inches. Converting everything to a single unit (e.g., total inches) can simplify calculations for cutting materials or ordering supplies.
- Measuring Height: Human height is typically expressed in feet and inches (e.g., 5 feet 10 inches). Converting this to total inches can be useful for comparing with metric measurements or for specific medical calculations.
- Interior Design: When measuring rooms for furniture, carpets, or curtains, you might encounter measurements in both units. Converting them helps ensure everything fits perfectly.
- Academic and Professional Use: Engineers, architects, and designers frequently work with these units and need to convert them for various calculations and specifications.
How the Calculator Works
The calculator uses the following basic formulas:
- Feet & Inches to Total Inches:
Total Inches = (Feet × 12) + Inches - Feet & Inches to Total Feet:
Total Feet = Feet + (Inches ÷ 12) - Total Inches to Feet & Inches:
Feet = Floor(Total Inches ÷ 12)Remaining Inches = Total Inches Modulo 12
- Total Feet to Feet & Inches:
Feet (whole number) = Floor(Total Feet)Inches = (Total Feet - Floor(Total Feet)) × 12
Examples of Use
Let's look at some practical examples:
- Measuring a Doorway: You measure a doorway as 6 feet and 8 inches tall.
- Using Section 1: Input 6 for Feet, 8 for Inches.
- Result: Total Inches = 80 inches, Total Feet = 6.667 feet.
- Cutting a Board: You need to cut a board that is 95 inches long. You want to know this in feet and inches.
- Using Section 2: Input 95 for Total Inches.
- Result: Feet = 7 feet, Remaining Inches = 11 inches. (So, 7 feet 11 inches).
- Calculating Room Dimensions: A room is specified as 12.75 feet wide. You need to know this in feet and inches for a carpet order.
- Using Section 3: Input 12.75 for Total Feet.
- Result: Feet = 12 feet, Inches = 9 inches. (So, 12 feet 9 inches).
This Inches and Feet Converter simplifies these common measurement tasks, making your projects and calculations more efficient.