Free online tool

Area Calculator

Select a shape and enter its dimensions to calculate the area.

Instant calculation

Area Calculator

Select a shape and enter its dimensions to calculate the area.

Your numbers stay in this browser. Nothing is uploaded or saved.

Three clear steps

How to use this calculator

  1. 01

    Select shape

    Choose your shape type using the shape selector.

  2. 02

    Enter dimensions

    Type the required dimensions for your shape.

  3. 03

    See area

    Calculate to see the area in square units.

The formula

How this calculation works

Choose your shape and enter the relevant dimensions. Results are in square units.

Area Calculator

Square: area = side²; Rectangle: area = length×width; Circle: area = π×r²; Triangle: area = base×height÷2

5×3=15

Check the method

Worked examples

Each example follows the same formula used by the calculator.

Area of a rectangle 5 by 3?

5×3=1515 square units

Area of a circle radius 5?

π×5²=π×25≈78.54≈ 78.54 square units

Common questions

Questions about this calculation

What is the Area Calculator?

The Area Calculator helps you calculate the area of common geometric shapes. Enter your values and select Calculate to get an instant result.

How is the result calculated?

Choose your shape and enter the relevant dimensions. Results are in square units.

Can you show an example?

Example: Area of a rectangle 5 by 3? — 15 square units.

Is my data saved when I use the Area Calculator?

No. All calculations run locally in your browser. Your inputs and results are never uploaded, stored or shared with anyone.

Is the Area Calculator free to use?

Yes. The Area Calculator is completely free. No account, sign-up or payment is required. It works on mobile, tablet and desktop.