What is Binary?

Binary is a number system that uses only two digits 0 and 1. Binary is the basic language of computers.

What is Hexadecimal?

Hexadecimal or in short hex is a base-16 number system. It uses 16 symbols 0-9 and A-F. Hex is often used in computing as a shorter way to show binary values.

How to Convert Binary to Hexadecimal

1. Split the binary number into groups of 4 bits
2. Convert each 4-bit group to its hex digit
3. Join the hex digits

Example of Converting 11010110 to Hex

1. Split into groups of 4: 1101 0110
2. Convert each group:
   • 1101 = 13 = D
   • 0110 = 6
3. Join the results: D6

So, 11010110 in binary = D6 in hexadecimal

Another Example: 101011111000 to Hex

1. Split: 1010 1111 1000
2. Convert:
   • 1010 = 10 = A
   • 1111 = 15 = F
   • 1000 = 8
3. Join: AF8

101011111000 in binary = AF8 in hexadecimal

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