CM to VW Converter
Convert Centimeters (cm) to Viewport Width (VW).
About CM to VW Converter
The CM to VW converter helps designers and developers translate physical measurements into viewport width units for truly responsive web design. VW (viewport width) units represent a percentage of the browser's viewport width, where 1vw equals 1% of the viewport width. This makes VW units perfect for creating fluid layouts that scale proportionally with screen size.
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- • 1 vw = 1% of viewport width
- • At 1920px viewport: 1 cm = 1.97 vw
- • At 375px mobile: 1 cm = 10.08 vw
- • VW units are responsive and fluid by nature
Frequency Asked Questions
How do I convert cm to VW?
Convert cm to pixels, divide by viewport width in pixels, then multiply by 100.
Why does CM to VW conversion vary?
VW is a percentage of viewport width, which changes with device and screen size, so the conversion isn't constant like with pixels.
What viewport width should I use for conversion?
Use your target device width: 1920px for desktop, 1366px for laptop, 768px for tablet, or 375px for mobile.
Are VW units good for responsive design?
Yes, VW units scale automatically with viewport width, making them excellent for fluid typography and responsive layouts.