Convert Kilobytes to Gigabytes
1 KB = 0.000001 GB
Conversion Table
| kilobytes (KB) | gigabytes (GB) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 5.0000e-7 |
| 1 | 0.000001 |
| 2 | 0.000002 |
| 5 | 0.000005 |
| 10 | 0.00001 |
| 25 | 0.000025 |
| 50 | 0.00005 |
| 100 | 0.0001 |
| 250 | 0.00025 |
| 500 | 0.0005 |
| 1000 | 0.001 |
How to Convert kilobytes to gigabytes
To convert kilobytes to gigabytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 KB = 0.00001 GB
About kilobytes and gigabytes
The Conversion Formula
To convert kilobytes to gigabytes, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 KB = 0.000001 GB. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 KB to gigabytes: 25 × 0.000001 = 0.000025 GB. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 0.000001, or equivalently multiply by 1000000.
About kilobytes
The Kilobyte (KB) was the first multiple of the byte. In the early days of computing, 64 KB of RAM was considered a luxury (Commodore 64). Today, KB is used mainly for very small text files and icons. kilobytes are commonly used in Text documents, Small icons, Emails (text only), and Configuration files.
A standard page of plain text is about 2 KB.
About gigabytes
The Gigabyte (GB) is the unit of the modern era. Hard drives, SSDs, smartphone storage, and monthly data plans are all measured in GB. The first 1 GB drive in 1980 was the size of a refrigerator; now 1 GB fits on a fingernail-sized card. gigabytes are commonly used in Phone storage (64/128 GB), RAM (8/16/32 GB), HD Movies, and Console games.
A 2-hour HD movie stream uses about 3-6 GB.
When Would You Convert kilobytes to gigabytes?
Converting between kilobytes and gigabytes is one of the most common digital storage conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 KB = 0.000001 GB) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.