Area Calculator

Calculate area of any shape

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About Area Calculator

An area calculator that computes the area of common geometric shapes: circle, rectangle, square, triangle, trapezoid, ellipse, parallelogram, and rhombus. Shows the formula used, perimeter, and supports unit conversion between sq ft, sq m, acres, and hectares. All calculations are client-side. Essential for math students, architects, landscapers, and anyone needing quick geometry calculations.

Area Calculator Features

  • 8 shapes
  • Formula display
  • Unit conversion
  • Perimeter
  • Interactive inputs
Area measures the space inside a 2D shape. Each shape has its own formula: circles use πr², rectangles use l×w, triangles use ½bh. This calculator handles eight common shapes with instant results, formula display, and unit conversions.

How to Use

Select a shape and enter dimensions:

  • Circle: Radius
  • Rectangle: Length × Width
  • Triangle: Base × Height

Area Formulas

  • Circle: πr²
  • Rectangle: length × width
  • Triangle: ½ × base × height
  • Trapezoid: ½ × (a + b) × h
  • Ellipse: π × a × b
  • Parallelogram: base × height

Unit Conversions

  • 1 acre = 43,560 sq ft
  • 1 hectare = 10,000 sq m
  • 1 sq m = 10.764 sq ft
  • 1 sq mi = 640 acres

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1Select the shape type.
  2. 2Enter the required dimensions.
  3. 3View the calculated area.
  4. 4Check the perimeter.
  5. 5Convert between area units.

Area Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate the area of an irregular shape?+

Break it into regular shapes (rectangles, triangles), calculate each area separately, then add them together. For very complex shapes, use numerical methods or coordinate geometry.

What's the difference between area and perimeter?+

Area measures the space inside (square units). Perimeter measures the distance around the edge (linear units). A 10×5 rectangle has area=50 sq units, perimeter=30 units.

How many square feet in an acre?+

43,560 square feet = 1 acre. A football field (including end zones) is about 1.32 acres.

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