GaugeGuru

The Knitting Gauge Converter

Quickly adjust stitch count, row height, and fabric size for your knitting projects by converting between different gauges.

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Convert between pattern gauge (also called tension) and your personal gauge to get perfect measurements. Adjust stitch counts, row counts, widths, and heights for all your knitting and crochet projects.

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Knitting Gauge Calculator

Gauge Converter

Pattern Gauge

per 4 inches
per 4 inches

Your Gauge

per 4 inches
per 4 inches

What Do You Want To Calculate?

I have a stitch count — what's the resulting width?

Enter your pattern's stitch count to calculate how wide your project will be with your gauge.

Formula: Width = Stitch Count ÷ Your Gauge

Results

Enter your gauge measurements

Fill in the pattern and your gauge details to see conversion results

Visual Gauge Comparison

See how gauge differences affect your knitting dimensions:

Enter your gauge details above to see a visual comparison

Advanced Tools and Visualization

Estimate your project size based on your gauge and desired stitch/row count.

Knitting Gauge FAQ

Where are my saved gauge presets stored, and how can I back them up?

Your saved presets are stored locally in your browser on this device, using browser storage (localStorage), rather than in a GaugeGuru account or on our servers. They do not automatically sync to other browsers or devices. Normal site updates do not erase them when you use the same browser and site address, but clearing cookies and site data, using private browsing, or your browser removing stored data can cause them to be lost. Clearing only cached images and files usually does not erase presets. We recommend backing up regularly, especially after saving new presets and before clearing browser data. Use Download Backup in Saved Gauge Presets to download a dated JSON file containing all your saved presets and their gauge values. Keep it somewhere safe and download a new copy after making changes. The backup contains saved presets only, not unsaved calculator inputs. You can open the file in a text editor to read the values and enter them again; automatic backup import is not currently available.

What is gauge in knitting?

Gauge (also called tension) is the number of stitches and rows you get over a set measurement — usually 4 inches (10 cm). Patterns list a target gauge, and matching it is what determines whether your finished project comes out the intended size.

How do I measure my knitting gauge accurately?

Knit a swatch at least 6×6 inches (15×15 cm), block it the same way you'll block the finished item, then count stitches and rows across the center 4 inches (10 cm), away from the edges. Use the same yarn, needles, and stitch pattern you plan to use for your project.

What should I do if my gauge doesn't match the pattern?

You have two options: change your needle size until your gauge matches (larger needles give you fewer stitches per 4 inches, smaller needles give you more), or keep the fabric you like and recalculate the pattern's stitch and row counts for your own gauge — which is exactly what GaugeGuru's calculator does for you.

Does row gauge matter as much as stitch gauge?

Stitch gauge controls width and row gauge controls length. Many patterns say “work until the piece measures X inches,” which makes row gauge forgiving — but for raglans, sleeve caps, short rows, and any shaping worked over a counted number of rows, row gauge matters and those row counts should be converted too.

Can I use a gauge calculator for crochet?

Yes. Crochet tension works the same way: measure how many stitches and rows you get over 4 inches (10 cm) and convert between the pattern's gauge and your own. GaugeGuru works for both knitting and crochet projects.

Why is gauge measured over 4 inches (10 cm) instead of 1 inch?

Measuring across 4 inches (10 cm) averages out small irregularities in your knitting and captures fractional stitches that are easy to miss over a single inch. A quarter-stitch-per-inch difference is hard to see in 1 inch, but across a whole sweater it can add up to several inches of unwanted width.

Want to Learn More About Gauge?

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