Half of 7/16 inches is 7/32 inches (0.21875″, 5.56 mm).
How to Calculate It
Convert 7/16 to an improper fraction, divide by 2, then simplify. 7/16 = 7/16, divided by 2 = 7/32, simplified to 7/32.
On the Tape Measure
The mark at 7/32 inches (0.21875″) is a 1/32-inch mark found on many professional tapes. If your tape does not show 32nds, use the decimal 0.21875 with a digital caliper.
To find half of any tape measure measurement, enter it in TapeMath and tap the Half It button. The result appears instantly on the visual tape.