📏 Bytes to Bits Converter
Convert bytes (B) to bits (bit) instantly, with the formula, a worked example and a conversion table.
Quick answer: 1 byte (B) = 8 bits (bit). Formula: bit = B × 8.
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Bytes to Bits conversion table
| Bytes (B) | Bits (bit) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 B | 0.8 bit |
| 0.5 B | 4 bit |
| 1 B | 8 bit |
| 2 B | 16 bit |
| 3 B | 24 bit |
| 5 B | 40 bit |
| 10 B | 80 bit |
| 20 B | 160 bit |
| 25 B | 200 bit |
| 50 B | 400 bit |
| 100 B | 800 bit |
| 1,000 B | 8,000 bit |
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How to convert bytes to bits
Multiply the number of bytes by 8 to get bits: bit = B × 8.
Example: 5 B = 40 bit.
The byte (B) and the bit (bit) are both units of data. Need the opposite direction? Use the bit to B converter.
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Frequently asked questions
How many bits are in a byte?
1 byte = 8 bits.
How do I convert bytes to bits?
Use the formula bit = B × 8. For example, 5 B = 40 bit.
How do I convert bits back to bytes?
1 bit = 0.125 bytes. Use the bit to B converter linked on this page.
Are these conversions exact?
Yes – all factors use the internationally defined values (for example 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly, 1 pound = 0.45359237 kg exactly). Results are rounded to 8 significant digits for display.