Bytes to Bits Converter
Convert bytes (B) to bits (b)
Result
8 b
Bits
1 B = 8 b
1 B in other units
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How to convert bytes to bits
One byte equals 8 bits, so multiply the number of bytes by 8.
b = B × 8
1 B = 8 b · 1 b = 0.125 B
Worked example
To convert 5 bytes to bits: 5 B × 8 = 40 b.
About bytes (B)
A byte is 8 bits, enough to store one character of text.
About bits (b)
A bit is a single binary digit, 0 or 1. Eight bits make one byte.
More conversions
Bytes to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many bits are in one byte?
One byte equals 8 bits.
How many bytes are in one bit?
One bit equals 0.125 bytes.
How do I convert bytes to bits?
Use the formula b = B × 8. For example, 5 B × 8 = 40 b.