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Kilobyte Converter

Convert Kilobyte to Byte and more • 154 conversions

Decimals:
Scientific:OFF

Result

0

1 = 0

Conversion Formula
1 = ...
1→1
10→10
100→100
1000→1000
Quick:

Convert Kilobyte to Byte (KB to B)

Convert Kilobytes (KB) to Bytes (B). This is the first step up the digital ladder. A simple text file might be 1 KB. Understanding that this equals 1000 characters (bytes) helps visual how much data we actually produce.

Conversion Formula
B = KB × 1000 (decimal) or 1024 (binary)

Multiply KB by 1024 for standard computing (Windows) or 1000 for storage marketing (Mac/Hard Drives).

IN

Kilobyte (KB)

Definition

1000 bytes (SI) or 1024 bytes (IEC).

Origins & History

First major unit of PC storage.

Current Use: Text files, small images.
OUT

Byte (B)

Definition

8 bits.

Origins & History

Coined by Werner Buchholz in 1956.

Current Use: Characters in a text file.

All Data Conversions

296 converters
Bit
Block
Bit
Byte
Bit
Cd 74 Minute
Bit
Cd 80 Minute
Bit
Character
Bit
Dvd 1 Layer 1 Side
Bit
Dvd 1 Layer 2 Side
Bit
Dvd 2 Layer 1 Side
Bit
Dvd 2 Layer 2 Side
Bit
Exabit
Bit
Exabyte
Bit
Exabyte 10 18 Bytes

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📐Conversion Formula

= × 1.00000

How to Convert

To convert to , multiply the value by 1.00000. This conversion factor represents the ratio between these two units.

Quick Examples

1
=
1.000
10
=
10.00
100
=
100.0

💡 Pro Tip: For the reverse conversion ( → ), divide by the conversion factor instead of multiplying.

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→Bit to Block→Bit to Byte→Bit to Cd 74 Minute→Bit to Cd 80 Minute→Bit to Character→Bit to Dvd 1 Layer 1 Side→Bit to Dvd 1 Layer 2 Side→Bit to Dvd 2 Layer 1 Side→Bit to Dvd 2 Layer 2 Side→Bit to Exabit→Bit to Exabyte→Bit to Exabyte 10 18 Bytes
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert to ?▼

To convert to , multiply your value by 1. For example, 10 equals 10 .

What is the formula for to conversion?▼

The formula is: = × 1. This conversion factor is based on international standards.

Is this to converter accurate?▼

Yes! MetricConv uses internationally standardized conversion factors from organizations like NIST and ISO. Our calculations support up to 15 decimal places of precision, making it suitable for scientific, engineering, and everyday calculations.

Can I convert back to ?▼

Absolutely! You can use the swap button (⇄) in the converter above to reverse the conversion direction, or visit our to converter.

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