Minutes โ†” Seconds Converter

Convert between minutes and seconds instantly

Enter minutes to convert to seconds
Enter seconds to convert to minutes
Conversion Result
5 minutes = 300 seconds
5 minutes โ€ข 0.0833 hours โ€ข 300 seconds

โฑ๏ธ Minutes โ†” Seconds Conversion Details

Minutes to Seconds Formula

seconds = minutes ร— 60

To convert minutes to seconds, multiply the minutes by 60.

Seconds to Minutes Formula

minutes = seconds รท 60

To convert seconds to minutes, divide the seconds by 60.

Bidirectional Conversion

This converter works both ways simultaneously:

  • Type in minutes โ†’ seconds updates automatically
  • Type in seconds โ†’ minutes updates automatically
  • No buttons to click - works as you type

Common Uses

  • Cooking and baking times
  • Exercise and workout timing
  • Video and audio duration
  • Meeting and presentation timing

๐Ÿ“ How This Converter Works

This is a bidirectional converter that works in real-time:

  1. Minutes โ†’ Seconds: When you type in the minutes field, the seconds field automatically updates
  2. Seconds โ†’ Minutes: When you type in the seconds field, the minutes field automatically updates
  3. No swapping needed: Both conversions happen simultaneously
  4. Real-time: Updates happen as you type, no button clicks required
// Bidirectional Conversion Logic:
seconds = minutes ร— 60
minutes = seconds รท 60

// Example 1: Type "5" in minutes
seconds = 5 ร— 60 = 300

// Example 2: Type "90" in seconds
minutes = 90 รท 60 = 1.5

๐Ÿ“Š Conversion Table

Minutes Seconds Time Format
1 min 60 seconds 00:01:00
2 min 120 seconds 00:02:00
5 min 300 seconds 00:05:00
10 min 600 seconds 00:10:00
15 min 900 seconds 00:15:00
30 min 1800 seconds 00:30:00

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many seconds are in a minute?

A: There are exactly 60 seconds in one minute.

Q: How does the bidirectional conversion work?

A: Both input fields work simultaneously. When you change the minutes value, seconds updates automatically. When you change the seconds value, minutes updates automatically. No swap button needed.

Q: Can I convert decimal minutes (like 1.5 minutes)?

A: Yes! The converter accepts decimal values. For example, 1.5 minutes = 90 seconds.

Q: Do I need to click any button to convert?

A: No! The conversion happens automatically as you type in either field.

Q: How accurate is this converter?

A: This converter provides exact calculations up to 4 decimal places.