Decimal to hex converter
Decimal numbers to Hexadecimal conversion
Decimal to hex converter
How to Convert Decimal to Hex
Divide by 16 and write down the remainder (10–15 → A–F); repeat with the quotient until it is 0; read the remainders from bottom to top.
Example: 1,000 in hex
| division | quotient | remainder |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 ÷ 16 | 62 | 8 |
| 62 ÷ 16 | 3 | 14 = E |
| 3 ÷ 16 | 0 | 3 |
↑ Read the remainders from bottom to top: 3E8
See Also
- Binary to Decimal Converter - Binary numbers to Decimal conversion
- Decimal to Binary Converter - Decimal numbers to Binary conversion
- Hex to Decimal - Hexadecimal numbers to Decimal conversion
FAQ
What is hexadecimal used for?
Hexadecimal is widely used in programming and computing to represent memory addresses, CSS color codes (like #FF5733), and binary data in a more compact, human-readable form — each hex digit stands for exactly 4 bits.
How do you convert a decimal number to hexadecimal?
Divide the decimal number by 16 repeatedly, writing down each remainder as a hex digit (0-9 stay the same, 10-15 become A-F), then read the remainders from last to first. For example, dividing 1,000 by 16 repeatedly gives remainders that read back as 3E8.
Is 0 a valid hexadecimal digit?
Yes. 0 is a valid hex digit and a valid decimal number to convert — decimal 0 converts to hexadecimal 0.