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Basic Usage

The Temperature Converter is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. Here's how to get started with basic temperature conversions.

Input Methods

1. Direct Input

  • Click on any temperature input field
  • Type a numerical value
  • All other temperature scales will automatically update

2. Increment/Decrement Buttons

  • Use the + button to increase the temperature by 1 unit
  • Use the - button to decrease the temperature by 1 unit
  • All scales update in real-time

3. Decimal Support

  • Enter decimal values for precise measurements
  • Example: 25.5 for 25.5 degrees Celsius

Common Conversions

Celsius to Fahrenheit

  1. Enter a value in the Celsius field
  2. The Fahrenheit field automatically shows the converted value
  3. Formula: °F = °C × 9/5 + 32

Fahrenheit to Celsius

  1. Enter a value in the Fahrenheit field
  2. The Celsius field automatically shows the converted value
  3. Formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9

Celsius to Kelvin

  1. Enter a value in the Celsius field
  2. The Kelvin field automatically shows the converted value
  3. Formula: K = °C + 273.15

Quick Actions

Load Example

  • Click the "Load Example" button to load sample temperature data
  • This sets all scales to room temperature (20°C / 68°F / 293.15K)

Clear All

  • Click the "Clear All" button to reset all values
  • Sets all temperatures to absolute zero

Temperature Scale Guide

ScaleSymbolFreezing PointBoiling PointNotes
KelvinK273.15 K373.15 KAbsolute scale
Celsius°C0°C100°CMost common worldwide
Fahrenheit°F32°F212°FUsed in USA
Rankine°R491.67°R671.67°RAbsolute Fahrenheit scale
Delisle°De150°De0°DeHigher = colder
Newton°N0°N33°NHistorical scale
Réaumur°Ré0°Ré80°RéHistorical European scale
Rømer°Rø7.5°Rø60°RøHistorical Danish scale

Tips for Best Results

  1. Start with familiar scales: Begin with Celsius or Fahrenheit if you're more comfortable with them
  2. Use examples: Load the example data to see how conversions work
  3. Check reference points: Use the built-in reference information to verify accuracy
  4. Decimal precision: The tool supports high precision for scientific calculations
  5. Real-time updates: All scales update instantly, so you can see relationships between different temperature systems
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