PHP Tutorial - PHP decoct() Function
Definition
The decoct() function converts a decimal number into an octal number. It takes just
one parameter, which is the number to convert.
Syntax
PHP decoct() Function has the following format.
string decoct ( int num ) Parameter
| Parameter | Is Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| num | Required. | Decimal value to convert |
Return
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Return Value | A string that contains the octal number of the decimal value |
| Return Type | String |
Note
To convert octal to decimal, use the octdec() function.
Example
Convert decimal to octal:
<?php
echo decoct("30") . "\n";
echo decoct("10") . "\n";
echo decoct("17") . "\n";
echo decoct("70") . "\n";
print decoct(19); // "23"
?>
The code above generates the following result.
