Simple Unit Converter (conv)
Easily convert and express values between different units. Get cost calculations as well.
Simple Unit Converter
Purpose
The Simple Unit Converter function in this web app allows you to convert a value from one unit of measurement to another. You can also express the converted value in different units.
Use Cases
- Convert length, weight, volume, or any other measurement from one unit to another.
- Express the converted value in multiple units for better understanding.
How to Use
- Enter the value you want to convert in the Value field.
- Select the current unit of measurement from the From Unit dropdown menu. (default unit is inch)
- Choose the unit(s) you want to convert to from the Convert To Units field. Separate multiple units with commas.
- Select the unit(s) in which you want to express the converted value from the Express In Units field. Separate multiple units with commas.
- Click the Convert button to see the result.
Input Values
- Value: Enter the numerical value you want to convert.
- From Unit: Select the current unit of measurement.
- Convert To Units: Select the unit(s) you want to convert to. (e.g., ft, m, yd)
- Express In Units: Select the unit(s) in which you want to express the converted value. (e.g., ft, m, yd)
Output Values
- Converted Value: The value converted to the selected unit(s).
- Expressed Value: The converted value expressed in the selected unit(s).
- Total Cost: If applicable, the total cost based on the conversion.
Any other Instruction
- Make sure to enter the value and select the units carefully for accurate conversion.
- Check the total cost if you are converting units related to cost calculations.
Calculation Steps
- The function takes the input value and unit of measurement.
- It converts the value to the desired unit(s) and expresses it in the selected unit(s).
- If applicable, it calculates the total cost based on the conversion.
Technical Parameters
- value, from_unit, convert_to_units, express_in_units, unit_cost, mode
Return Values
- converted_value, expressed_value, total_cost
Example Expressions
You can use the following expressions to directly evaluate in a non-interactive manner using eva():
conv(10, 'ft', 'm', 'm', 'ft', '@UNC/ft', '1')
conv(20, 'inch', 'cm', 'cm', 'inch', '@UNC/inch', '2')
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