Feet to Inches & Yards – Fast Guide
Feet scale to inches (×12) for detail and reduce to yards (÷3) for larger spans. Both are simple exact relationships.
Formulas
- in = ft × 12
- yd = ft ÷ 3
- ft = in ÷ 12 = yd × 3
Quick Values
1 ft = 12 in = 0.33333 yd · 6 ft = 72 in = 2 yd · 10 ft = 120 in ≈ 3.33333 yd.
Example (5 ft)
- Inches = 5 × 12 = 60
- Yards = 5 ÷ 3 = 1.66667
- Result: 5 ft = 60 in ≈ 1.66667 yd
Uses
- Sports field layout
- Timber / fencing lengths
- Fabrication & landscaping scale shifts
Accuracy & Tips
- Memorize: 3 ft = 1 yd
- To reverse yards: multiply by 3 for feet
- Avoid rounding yards early for long sums
More Examples
| Feet | Inches | Yards |
|---|
| 2 | 24 | 0.66667 |
| 6 | 72 | 2 |
| 8 | 96 | 2.66667 |
FAQ
- How many ft in a yard? 3.
- Convert 9 ft to yards? 9 ÷ 3 = 3 yd.
- Can I go ft→in→yd? Yes but direct ÷3 is simpler.