Right Triangle Calculator

Why Use This Tool?

This right triangle calculator helps you find all unknown sides and angles of a right triangle when you know just two values. Whether you're a student, engineer, architect, or DIY enthusiast, this tool saves time and ensures accurate calculations for any right triangle problem.

How It Works

A right triangle has one 90-degree angle (angle C) and two acute angles (A and B) that sum to 90 degrees. Using the Pythagorean theorem (a² + b² = c²) and trigonometric functions, this calculator can determine all unknown values from any two known measurements.

b a c (hypotenuse) C (90°) A B

Formulas Used:

  • Pythagorean Theorem: a² + b² = c²
  • Sine: sin(A) = a/c, sin(B) = b/c
  • Cosine: cos(A) = b/c, cos(B) = a/c
  • Tangent: tan(A) = a/b, tan(B) = b/a
  • Angle Sum: A + B = 90°

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Look at the triangle diagram above to understand which side or angle corresponds to each input
  2. Enter any two known values (e.g., two sides, or one side and one angle)
  3. Click "Calculate" to find all unknown values
  4. The calculator will display all sides, angles, area, and perimeter
  5. Use "Clear All" to reset and start a new calculation

Calculator

Enter any two values to calculate the rest:

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This right triangle calculator helps you solve triangle problems fast. It computes sides, angles, area, and perimeter.

Why Use This Tool?

You can get accurate results quickly. It works well for students, engineers, and DIY users. This tool cuts math errors and speeds up work.

How It Works

A right triangle always has a 90° angle. The other two angles add up to 90°. The calculator uses the Pythagorean theorem and trigonometric functions. It calculates unknown values from any two correct measurements.

Formulas Used

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Check the triangle diagram to see side and angle labels.
  2. Enter any two known values. They can be two sides or one side and one angle.
  3. Click the Calculate button. The tool then computes all missing values.
  4. Review the output, which shows side lengths, angles, area, and perimeter.
  5. Click Clear All to reset the fields for a new calculation.

Input Fields Explained

Output Explanation

The tool shows each side and angle with precise numbers. It lists the area and perimeter as well. These results help you check your calculations.

Limitations and Special Notes

You must enter at least two valid values. The calculator checks that the hypotenuse is the largest side. It shows an error if the input does not make sense.

Examples of Use Cases

Visual Diagram

The diagram above shows a right triangle. It marks side a, side b, and hypotenuse c. It also labels the angles, including the 90° angle at point C.

Final Notes

This calculator provides accurate calculations when you enter valid measurements. For example, if side a equals 4 and side b equals 4, the hypotenuse will be about 5.66. Both other angles will measure around 45°.

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