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Triangle Area Calculator

Find a triangle's area from its base and height, or from all three sides. Nothing leaves your browser.

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How it works

Area = base × height ÷ 2. With three sides, Heron's formula: s = (a+b+c)/2 and area = √(s(s−a)(s−b)(s−c)).

FAQ

How do I find the area of a triangle?

Multiply the base by the height and divide by 2. A base of 6 and height of 4 gives 12.

What is Heron's formula?

It gives the area from three sides: with s = (a+b+c)/2, area = √(s(s−a)(s−b)(s−c)). Sides 3, 4, 5 give 6.

Why does it say the sides cannot form a triangle?

Any two sides must add up to more than the third.

What units does it use?

Any. The area is in the square of the unit you enter.

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No. Everything is calculated in your browser and nothing is sent or stored.

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