Hex to Text Converter

Convert hexadecimal values to plain text and vice versa. Free, secure, and works directly in your browser.

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About Hexadecimal

Hexadecimal (base-16) is a number system that uses 16 distinct symbols: 0-9 and A-F. It's commonly used in computing to represent binary data in a more human-readable format.

Hex to Text Conversion

Each pair of hex digits represents one byte (8 bits), which corresponds to one ASCII character. For example, "48 65 6C 6C 6F" converts to "Hello".

Text to Hex Conversion

Each character is converted to its ASCII value, then represented in hexadecimal. For example, "Hello" converts to "48 65 6C 6C 6F".

How to use Hexadecimal to Text Converter

  1. Paste or type your hexadecimal string into the input field.
  2. Select the conversion direction (hex to text or text to hex).
  3. Click the 'Convert' button to process your data.
  4. Copy or download your converted plain text or hexadecimal result.

Features

  • Bidirectional conversion: switch between hex to text and text to hex.
  • Instant processing with real-time results for quick data interpretation.
  • Supports standard ASCII/UTF-8 encoding for accurate character mapping.
  • Accessible from any web browser on desktop or mobile devices.
  • Handles large strings for debugging or data analysis tasks.

Who Is This Tool For?

Ideal for programmers debugging code, network analysts examining packet data, or students learning about data encoding and computer systems.

Why Convert Hexadecimal to Text?

Hexadecimal to text conversion is essential for interpreting machine-readable data, debugging low-level code, and analyzing network traffic or memory dumps. This fundamental tool bridges the gap between binary data and human-readable strings, aiding in software development, cybersecurity, and digital forensics.

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