Basic Calculator

A simple calculator for everyday arithmetic.

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About the Basic Calculator

A clean, fast calculator for everyday sums: shopping bills, splitting expenses, quick percentages and homework checks. Use the on-screen buttons or your keyboard.

Features

  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Percentage and sign-change keys
  • Keyboard shortcuts (Enter for =, Esc to clear)
  • Works on phones and desktops

Need trigonometry or logarithms? Switch to the Scientific Calculator.

How to use Basic Calculator

  1. Enter your values. Units and defaults are shown beside each field.
  2. Press Calculate (results also update as you type once calculated).
  3. Read the result and the step-by-step breakdown with the formula used.
  4. Copy the result or reset to start again.

Frequently asked questions

How accurate is this calculator?

Calculations use the standard formulas shown on the page, computed in full precision and rounded only for display. The result is only as accurate as the inputs and assumptions listed.

Is it free?

Yes. All tools are free to use without an account.