Latitude Longitude Converter

About This Tool

The tool converts latitude and longitude values between decimal degrees (DD) and degrees-minutes-seconds (DMS). It accepts lat/lon inputs in either format, validates ranges (lat -90 to 90, lon -180 to 180), and outputs coordinates in one or both target formats. Conceptually, latitude and longitude are interpreted as geographic angles; the converter applies standard mathematical relationships to switch representations while preserving hemisphere information. This enables clean data normalization for mapping, GIS imports, or location-based analytics. Beneficiaries include GIS analysts, cartographers, software developers, logistics planners, and researchers who require consistent coordinate data for cross-system interoperability. Unique value lies in bidirectional, format-agnostic parsing, robust validation, and configurable precision that reduces downstream data cleaning. Core features include input format detection or explicit format selection, per-coordinate output format specification, and precise rounding control. Use cases span preparing datasets for spatial joins, validating user-entered coordinates, converting exported data from GPS devices, and harmonizing legacy data with modern GIS pipelines. Advanced capabilities (optional) cover batch conversion, explicit handling of N/S/E/W designators, and hemisphere-aware output. This tool emphasizes correctness, traceability, and interoperability across geospatial workflows.

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