Fractions are often clearer than decimals in recipes, measurements and woodworking, where halves, quarters and sixteenths are common.
How to use the Decimal to Fraction Calculator
- Decimal number
Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.
How it works
The calculator searches for the fraction closest to the decimal part and combines it with the whole number.
Formula
x = n ÷ d, with n/d in lowest termsWorked example
Inputs — Decimal number: 2.375.
Results — Fraction = 2 3/8; Percentage = 237.5 %.
Frequently asked questions
What about repeating decimals like 0.333…?
The closest fraction, 1/3, is found automatically.
Why is my fraction approximate?
Only denominators up to 64 are tried, which covers everyday measurements.
What formula does the Decimal to Fraction Calculator use?
x = n ÷ d, with n/d in lowest terms.