“What’s that in Fahrenheit?”
“How much is that in Dollars?”
“How many cups would that be?”
Let’s face it – trying to convert units you aren’t used to can get annoying and confusing in equal measure. If you’re having a conversation with someone via text, the last thing you want to do is need to type each and every conversion on Google.
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Luckily, Apple has introduced an incredibly handy tool in iOS 16. When you or someone else sends a specific unit, you can click on it to find the equivalent you’re most comfortable with.
This article will show you how to use unit conversion in iOS 16. You will also find out which apps you can use the feature in.
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Which iPhone Apps Can I Use Unit Conversion In?
If your iPhone supports iOS 16, you can use unit conversion in the Messages app. When you send or receive a message, you will have the opportunity to convert – and you’ll find out how to do so later in this article.
In addition to Messages, you can also use unit conversion in the Notes app. Once you’ve typed something out, you will have the chance to check the equivalent for your metrics.
How to Use Unit Conversion in iOS 16
To find out how to use unit conversion in iOS 16, follow the steps listed below.
- Open the app you want to convert your units in.
- If you use Messages, send your metrics to the right contact. In the Notes app, type it; you might need to close the note and reopen it after.
- You will see the unit underlined after sending a message or typing the metric in Notes. Tap on it once you notice that.
- Your iPhone will convert the units after following the steps above. If you type a currency, you will see the latest exchange rate that your device can pull.
Unit Conversion in iOS 16: Really Useful When Communicating With Others
From currencies to time zones, weight, and more, unit conversion in iOS 16 is an incredibly useful addition. When talking to people in other parts of the world, you won’t have to scour online search engines for the equivalent that you’re most used to.
Similarly, you can send the metrics you know to someone else, and they will find out what it means straight away. If you only download iOS 16 for one feature, you might find that this is the most helpful one.
Danny has been a professional writer since graduating from university in 2016, but he’s been writing online for over a decade. He has been intrigued by Apple products ever since getting an iPod Shuffle in 2008 and particularly enjoys writing about iPhones and iPads. Danny prides himself on making complex topics easy to understand. In his spare time, he’s a keen photographer.
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