Kilobytes to Bits Converter
Convert kilobytes (KB) to bits (b)
Result
8,000 b
Bits
1 KB = 8,000 b
1 KB in other units
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How to convert kilobytes to bits
One kilobyte equals 8,000 bits, so multiply the number of kilobytes by 8,000.
b = KB × 8,000
1 KB = 8,000 b · 1 b = 0.000125 KB
Worked example
To convert 5 kilobytes to bits: 5 KB × 8,000 = 40,000 b.
About kilobytes (KB)
A kilobyte is 1,000 bytes in the SI (decimal) system.
About bits (b)
A bit is a single binary digit, 0 or 1. Eight bits make one byte.
More conversions
Kilobytes to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many bits are in one kilobyte?
One kilobyte equals 8,000 bits.
How many kilobytes are in one bit?
One bit equals 0.000125 kilobytes.
How do I convert kilobytes to bits?
Use the formula b = KB × 8,000. For example, 5 KB × 8,000 = 40,000 b.