Area Calculator

Calculate the area of rectangles, circles, triangles, squares, and other geometric shapes

Area Calculator

Rectangle

Area Result

Area
60
square units

Common Area Formulas

Rectangle: A = length × width
Square: A = side²
Circle: A = πr²
Triangle: A = ½ × base × height
Parallelogram: A = base × height
Trapezoid: A = ½(b₁ + b₂) × height
Ellipse: A = πab
Rhombus: A = ½ × d₁ × d₂

Unit Conversions

1 m² = 10.764 ft²
1 ft² = 144 in²
1 acre = 43,560 ft²

Understanding Area

What is Area?

Area measures the amount of space inside a 2D shape. It's expressed in square units like cm², m², ft², etc.

Regular vs Irregular Shapes

Regular shapes have standard formulas, while irregular shapes may need to be broken down into simpler shapes or use integration methods.

Units Matter

Always ensure your measurements use the same units. The result will be in square units (length units squared).

Practical Applications

Area calculations are used in construction, landscaping, painting, flooring, farming, and many other real-world applications.

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