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Megabytes to Kilobytes (1,000 bytes)

Convert megabytes to kilobytes (1,000 bytes) (MB to kB). 1 MB = 1,000 kB. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 MB = 1,000 kB
Kilobytes (1,000 bytes) to Megabytes
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How to convert megabytes to kilobytes (1,000 bytes)

Multiply the amount in megabytes by 1,000 to get kilobytes (1,000 bytes). The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

kB = MB × 1,000

Worked example

1 MB = 1,000 kB. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Decimal units (kB, MB, GB) use powers of 1,000. Binary units (KiB, MiB, GiB) use powers of 1,024. Eight bits equal one byte.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Megabytes to Kilobytes (1,000 bytes) table

Common values, rounded for display
Megabytes (MB)Kilobytes (1,000 bytes) (kB)
00
11,000
55,000
1010,000
2525,000
100100,000
1,0001,000,000

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What is the formula for megabytes to kilobytes (1,000 bytes)?

kB = MB × 1,000. Multiply the amount in megabytes by 1,000 to get kilobytes (1,000 bytes). The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to megabytes?

Use the kilobytes (1,000 bytes) to megabytes calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the digital storage converter to browse all supported pairs.

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