Decimal to Binary Converter

Fast and accurate decimal-to-binary conversion. Use our free decimal to binary calculator to translate base-10 numbers to base-2 binary format instantly.

Enter Decimal Number
Binary Result

How to Use This Decimal to Binary Converter

Enter Decimal

Input your number into the decimal-to-binary field.

Click Convert

Hit the button to convert decimal to binary instantly.

View Result

See the binary output and the step-by-step decimal-to-binary process.

Check Table

Use the reference table for quick decimal to binary values.

What is Decimal to Binary Conversion?

Decimal-to-binary conversion is the process of translating a base-10 number into a base-2 number. Our decimal to binary converter makes this easy and efficient for everyone.

How to Convert Decimal to Binary

To convert decimal to binary, use the division-by-2 method. Divide the number by 2, record the remainder, and repeat with the quotient until it reaches 0. Then read the remainders in reverse order.

Division by 2 Method

The most common method to convert decimal to binary is by repeatedly dividing by 2.

DivisionQuotientRemainderBit #
13 / 2610 (LSB)
6 / 2301
3 / 2112
1 / 2013 (MSB)

Result: 1101 (Read from bottom to top)

Real World Example: Subnet Masks

Subnet masks in networking are used to divide IP networks. A /24 mask is 255.255.255.0.

Subnet Mask /24

Decimal:255.255.255.0
Binary:11111111.11111111.11111111.00000000

Why Use a Decimal to Binary Calculator?

Manual conversion can be slow and prone to errors. A decimal to binary calculator ensures accuracy and speed, especially for large numbers used in computer science and digital electronics.

Quick Decimal to Binary Conversion Table
DecimalBinary
00
11
210
311
4100
5101
6110
7111
81000
91001
101010
111011
121100
131101
141110
151111

Features of Our Decimal to Binary Converter

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Step-by-Step Guide

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Reference Table

Handy chart for common decimal to binary conversions.

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