The Calculating Google Search Engine

by LT
(Ventura, CA)

We've Come a Long Way, Baby!

I like to use Google for doing metric conversions. In fact, it's not only great for metric conversions, but also currency conversions and as a calculator. It really is a "hidden" feature of Google many people don't know about. Just go to http://www.google.com and try typing these in and click "Search":

For unit conversion:
5 lbs in kg
8 fluid ounces in liters

For currency conversions:
1 us dollar in thai baht
7 euros in dollars

For calculations:
8 * 2
7 + 12

When you click "Search", Google is able to figure out (through some use of fuzzy logic, I'm sure) you want a conversion or calculation and returns this to you. Am I the only geek who thinks this is cool?

Barry's Response - Handy for sure. The calculating Google search engine may well do it ALL for you in the future.



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