Converting 4 binary bytes (string format) into a single U32 bit value

[jonny27]

I am trying to convert a string of 4 characters in binary format into a single 32 bit value. I can use the convert string to byte array, and this works to give me 4 individual byte values. I want to take all 4 bytes and convert them into a single 32 bit value.
Thanks,

[NeilR]

Hi

If you pass the string into "Unflatten from String" and connect a U32 to the type input you should get a 32 bit output.

[altenbach]

Assuming your 4 byte string is in big-endian order (is it?), you can just typecast it directly to a U32. (see attached code image).

[tbob]

If it is NOT in big endian order, then you can use Join Numbers (Advanced - Data Manipulation palette) to join the bytes in the correct order. First join the two MSBytes(U8) together to form U16 upper, then the two LSBytes(U8) together to form U16 lower, then use join numbers to join the two U16s to form a U32.

[Henrik_Volkers]

here is my little vi I use in this case
right the way tbob noted

[jonny27]

Thank you all for your feedback.