time to decimal converter

// Convert time (hours and minutes) into decimal format instantly. Free, fast, and accurate time to decimal calculator for payroll, billing, and time tracking.

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How It Works

The Time to Decimal Converter transforms traditional time format (hours and minutes) into decimal hours, which is essential for payroll calculations, billing systems, and time tracking software. Simply enter the hours and minutes worked, and the tool instantly calculates the decimal equivalent. For example, 2 hours and 30 minutes becomes 2.5 decimal hours. This conversion is widely used in business applications where time needs to be calculated in decimal format for accurate payment processing and project time tracking.

Conversion Formula
Decimal Hours = Hours + (Minutes ÷ 60)

To convert time to decimal format, divide the minutes by 60 to get the decimal portion, then add it to the whole hours. This gives you a single decimal number representing the total time worked.

Example Conversions
Input:2 hours 30 minutes
Output:2.5 hours

30 minutes = 0.5 hours, so 2 + 0.5 = 2.5

Input:8 hours 15 minutes
Output:8.25 hours

15 minutes = 0.25 hours, so 8 + 0.25 = 8.25

Input:1 hour 45 minutes
Output:1.75 hours

45 minutes = 0.75 hours, so 1 + 0.75 = 1.75

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