📐 Area Converter
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💡 How to Work
Our Area Converter allows you to quickly and accurately switch between various metric and imperial units of area, such as square meters, acres, and hectares.
- Enter the numerical **Area Value** you need to convert into the input box.
- Select the **initial unit** (e.g., Square Meter) from the "Convert From" dropdown menu.
- Select the **target unit** (e.g., Acre) from the "Convert To" dropdown menu.
- Click the **"Convert"** button.
- The converted result will appear in the **Result** area, typically rounded for readability. Use the **"Reset"** button to start a new conversion.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between an Acre and a Hectare?
Both are common units for measuring large tracts of land. A **Hectare (ha)** is a metric unit equal to 10,000 square meters. An **Acre (ac)** is an imperial unit equal to 4,046.86 square meters. A hectare is significantly larger than an acre (approximately 2.47 acres).
How do you calculate the area of a square or rectangle?
The area is calculated by multiplying the length of the side by the length of an adjacent side. The simple formula is: **Area = Length × Width**.
How many square feet are in a square meter?
One **square meter ($m^2$)** is equivalent to approximately **10.764 square feet ($ft^2$)**.
What is a square mile primarily used for?
A **square mile ($mi^2$)** is a large imperial unit typically used to measure the area of cities, states, or geographic regions. It is equal to 640 acres.
Is a square kilometer the same as a kilometer squared?
Yes, they refer to the same measure of area. A **square kilometer ($km^2$)** is the area enclosed by a square with sides 1 kilometer long.