Data & Storage Converter
Convert data storage units like bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes, and terabytes. Easily manage files, memory, and disk sizes.
| Megabytes | Gigabytes |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00098 |
| 10 | 0.00977 |
| 50 | 0.04883 |
| 100 | 0.09766 |
| 500 | 0.48828 |
| 1,024 | 1 |
| 2,048 | 2 |
Understanding Digital Storage 💾
Digital storage measures how much information a device or file can hold. From text files to movies, everything is stored in binary.
This converter helps you understand storage sizes, plan disk space, and compare memory or cloud storage accurately.
Key Facts
- 1 KB = 1,024 bytes (binary), 1 MB = 1,024 KB, 1 GB = 1,024 MB, 1 TB = 1,024 GB
- Some manufacturers use decimal units (1 KB = 1,000 bytes), which explains discrepancies in advertised storage.
- Knowing conversions helps prevent running out of space and simplifies file management.
Formulas
KB = B ÷ 1024- Convert bytes to kilobytes.MB = KB ÷ 1024- Convert kilobytes to megabytes.GB = MB ÷ 1024- Convert megabytes to gigabytes.TB = GB ÷ 1024- Convert gigabytes to terabytes.B = KB × 1024, KB = MB × 1024, MB = GB × 1024, GB = TB × 1024- Reverse conversions use multiplication.
Common Storage Sizes
- A text file ≈ 2 KB
- A photo ≈ 2–6 MB
- A song ≈ 3–10 MB
- A movie ≈ 1–5 GB
- Phone storage ≈ 64–256 GB
- External drive ≈ 1–2 TB
FAQs
Why does my 1 TB drive show less than 1 TB?
Manufacturers often use decimal units (1 TB = 1,000 GB). Operating systems use binary units (1 TB = 1,024 GB), so the usable space appears smaller.
Should I use MB or GB for files?
Use MB for small files like documents and images, GB for videos, apps, and system storage.
How do I compare cloud storage plans?
Convert all units to GB or TB to ensure an accurate comparison of capacity.