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HEX2OCT

The HEX2OCT function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to convert a signed hexadecimal number to signed octal format. This function is useful when you need to work with different number systems. Learn how to use HEX2OCT effectively with our comprehensive guide.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: HEX2OCT(signed_hexadecimal_number, significant_digits)

Parameters:

  • signed_hexadecimal_number: The signed hexadecimal number you want to convert to signed octal format.
  • significant_digits: The number of significant digits you want in the resulting octal number.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using HEX2OCT with a signed hexadecimal number:
    • Example: =HEX2OCT("FE", 6)
    • Result: 777376

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Engineering Calculations: Convert hexadecimal numbers to octal format for engineering calculations and analysis.
  2. Number System Conversion: Use HEX2OCT to convert numbers between different number systems.

Related Functions

  • BIN2DEC: Convert a binary number to decimal format.
  • BIN2HEX: Convert a binary number to hexadecimal format.
  • BIN2OCT: Convert a binary number to octal format.
  • DEC2BIN: Convert a decimal number to binary format.
  • DEC2HEX: Convert a decimal number to hexadecimal format.
  • DEC2OCT: Convert a decimal number to octal format.
  • OCT2DEC: Convert an octal number to decimal format.
  • OCT2HEX: Convert an octal number to hexadecimal format.
  • OCT2BIN: Convert an octal number to binary format.
  • HEX2BIN: Convert a hexadecimal number to binary format.
  • HEX2DEC: Convert a hexadecimal number to decimal format.

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