About Text to Binary Converter
This tool converts text to binary and other number systems. Each character is converted to its ASCII code,
then represented in the selected base (binary, hex, octal, or decimal). You can also convert in reverse,
from binary back to text.
Features:
- Multiple formats: Binary, hexadecimal, octal, and decimal ASCII
- Bidirectional: Convert text to binary or binary to text
- Real-time conversion: Results update as you type
- Flexible delimiters: Space, no space, comma, or custom separator
- Keyboard shortcuts: Ctrl+Enter to convert, Ctrl+Shift+C to copy, Ctrl+L to clear
- Character counting: Track input length and byte count
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does text to binary conversion work?
Text to binary conversion works by taking each character and converting it to its ASCII code,
then representing that ASCII code as an 8-bit binary number. For example, the letter 'A' has
ASCII code 65, which is 01000001 in binary. Each character is converted individually and the
results are typically separated by spaces.
What is the difference between binary, hex, and octal?
Binary (base-2) uses only 0 and 1, hex (base-16) uses 0-9 and A-F, and octal (base-8) uses 0-7.
All three are different ways to represent numbers. Binary is the fundamental language computers use.
Hex is more compact and often used in programming for colors and memory addresses. Octal is less
common but still used in some Unix file permissions.
Can I convert binary back to text?
Yes, you can convert binary back to text by reversing the process. Each 8-bit binary sequence is
converted to its decimal ASCII code, then that ASCII code is converted to its corresponding character.
This tool supports bidirectional conversion, so you can switch between text and binary modes easily
using the swap button.