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OCT2BIN

The OCT2BIN function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to convert a signed octal number to signed binary format. Whether you're working with computer programming or numerical calculations, the OCT2BIN function simplifies the task. Dive into our comprehensive guide to understand its syntax and usage.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: OCT2BIN(signed_octal_number, [significant_digits])

Parameters:

  • signed_octal_number: The number in signed octal format that you want to convert to signed binary.
  • [significant_digits]: [Optional] The number of significant digits to include in the binary format.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using OCT2BIN with a signed octal number:
    • Example: =OCT2BIN(127, 8)
    • Result: 1111111

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Computer Programming: Convert octal numbers to binary for programming purposes.
  2. Numerical Calculations: Convert signed octal numbers to binary for mathematical calculations.

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.
  • HEX2BIN: Convert a hexadecimal number to binary format.
  • HEX2DEC: Convert a hexadecimal number to decimal format.
  • HEX2OCT: Convert a hexadecimal number to octal format.

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