Decimal to Hex Converter

Decimal to Hex Converter

Convert decimal numbers to hexadecimal format. This tool provides step-by-step conversion process showing how decimal numbers are converted to hexadecimal (base-16) system.

What is decimal to hex conversion?

Decimal to hex conversion is the process of converting a base-10 number to a base-16 number. This is done by repeatedly dividing the decimal number by 16 and collecting the remainders in reverse order.

How do you convert decimal to hex?

To convert decimal to hex:
1. Divide the decimal number by 16
2. Record the remainder
3. Divide the quotient by 16 again
4. Repeat until quotient is 0
5. Read remainders from bottom to top

What is the difference between decimal and hex?

Decimal uses digits 0-9 (base-10), while hex uses digits 0-9 and A-F (base-16). Hex is commonly used in computing and programming as it's easier to convert to binary.

Why use hex instead of decimal?

Hex is useful in computing because:
- Easy conversion to binary (1 hex digit = 4 binary digits)
- More compact than binary
- Used in memory addresses and color codes
- Common in programming and debugging

Decimal to Hex Conversion Table