How to convert millimeters to inches
Formula: in = mm ÷ 25.4. Worked example: 10 mm = 0.3937008 in. Quick estimate: multiply by about 0.04 — the error is 1.6%, fine for everyday use but not for engineering or shopping by exact size.
About these units
Millimeters are the natural unit for small inch sizes: drill bits, bolts, board thickness, plumbing (½″, ¾″). One inch is exactly 25.4 mm; fractional inches such as 1/8, 1/4 or 3/8 convert by multiplying the fraction by 25.4.
Category: length. Results on this page are calculated in your browser and rounded to 7 significant digits; the table above uses 6. For other units of length open the full unit converter, or use the reverse page — inches to millimeters.