File: gawk.info,  Node: Conversion,  Prev: Variables,  Up: Values

6.1.4 Conversion of Strings and Numbers
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Number-to-string and string-to-number conversion are generally
straightforward.  There can be subtleties to be aware of; this minor
node discusses this important facet of 'awk'.

* Menu:

* Strings And Numbers::         How 'awk' Converts Between Strings And
                                Numbers.
* Locale influences conversions:: How the locale may affect conversions.