Convert Megabytes to Kilobytes
Megabytes (MB) to Kilobytes (KB) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.
Result
Megabytes to Kilobytes formula
To convert, multiply by the fixed factor below:
KB = MB × 1,000
Worked example
1 MB = 1 × 1,000 = 1,000 KB.
Megabytes to Kilobytes conversion table
| Megabytes (MB) | Kilobytes (KB) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 |
| 5 | 5,000 |
| 10 | 10,000 |
| 100 | 100,000 |
| 500 | 500,000 |
| 1,000 | 1,000,000 |
Common uses
Useful when a form or API enforces a size limit in kilobytes and your file manager reports megabytes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert megabytes to kilobytes?
Multiply the number of megabytes by 1,000 to get kilobytes (KB = MB × 1,000).
How many kilobytes are in a megabyte?
One megabyte equals 1,000 kilobytes.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact decimal (1000-based) and binary (1024-based) definitions and runs entirely in your browser, so nothing you type is uploaded.