How it works.
CONVERT translates a numeric value between measurement systems across weight, distance, temperature, time, pressure, energy, and power.
Formula syntax.
Standard Excel Notation=CONVERT(number, from_unit, to_unit)[like_this] are optional; all other arguments are required.Formula arguments.
Every parameter accepted by the CONVERT function is detailed below.
The value to convert.
Example value:10The starting unit code (e.g. "km", "mi", "C", "F", "kg", "lbm").
Example value:"km"The target unit code.
Example value:"mi"Simple example.
Step-by-Step ScenarioDistance Conversion - Kilometers to Miles
Convert kilometer distance into miles.
| Distance (km) | Distance (mi) |
|---|---|
| 10 | — |
| 42.195 | — |
| 100 | — |
=CONVERT(A2, "km", "mi")Evaluates CONVERT over the sample table cells, placing the verified output in cell B2.
Formula generator.
Full Generator WizardCustomize the argument fields below to generate a tailored CONVERT formula ready to paste directly into your worksheet.
=CONVERT()Expected result behavior.
Returns number 6.2137 based on sample evaluation criteria and active cell references.
Best Practices
- Unit codes are case-sensitive (e.g., "C" for Celsius, "c" for centi prefix).
Common Mistakes
- Attempting to convert across different measurement dimensions (e.g. length to weight) returns #N/A.
Platform & version compatibility.
Verified platform compatibility matrix based on actual spreadsheet calculation engine specifications.
Core standard function supported across all modern and legacy Microsoft Excel versions (365, 2021, 2019, 2016, 2013, 2010), as well as Excel for the Web and Mac.
100% compatible with Google Sheets. Uses identical argument order, data types, and standard calculation logic.
Frequently asked questions.
Technical Q&ACan I use CONVERT across different worksheets in Excel?↓
Yes. You can reference cells located on other sheets by including the sheet name followed by an exclamation mark, for example: =CONVERT(Sheet2!A2:A10). If the sheet name contains spaces, enclose it in single quotes: ='Q1 Report'!A2:A10.
What is the most common reason for errors in CONVERT?↓
Attempting to convert across different measurement dimensions (e.g. length to weight) returns #N/A.
Does CONVERT work identically in Google Sheets?↓
Yes, CONVERT is supported in both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets with standard evaluation behavior.