- Basic Operations: Enter numbers and use +, −, ×, ÷. Use brackets to group parts of an expression.
- Exponent: Use ^. Example: 2^5 = 32.
- Square Root: Enter a value and press √.
- π and e: Use π for 3.14159... and e for 2.71828...
- Trigonometry: Enter an angle in degrees, then press sin, cos, or tan.
- Logarithms: Use log for base 10 and ln for the natural logarithm.
- Factorial: Enter a whole number and press n! For example, 5! = 120.
- Keyboard Shortcuts: Enter calculates, C clears, Backspace deletes the last character.
- Scientific Notation: You can type values such as 1e3 for 1000.
- Use brackets to control calculation order.
- Trigonometric functions are interpreted in degrees.
- Errors display as Err.
To calculate sin(30)+5^2, enter 30, apply sin, then add 5^2 and press =. Result: 25.5
Scientific Calculator FAQs
What is a scientific calculator?
A scientific calculator is a calculator designed for mathematics, science, and engineering calculations. It does more than a standard calculator by including functions like trigonometry, logarithms, exponents, roots, and scientific notation.
How do I use a scientific calculator?
Enter numbers, then apply operators or functions. Use brackets for grouped expressions, use the trigonometric keys for angles, and press = to calculate the final result.
How do I enter scientific notation on this calculator?
You can type values such as 1e3 for 1000 or 2.5e-4 for 0.00025 directly into the expression.
How do I work with fractions?
This calculator uses decimal input. For example, enter 0.5 instead of 1/2 and 0.25 instead of 1/4.
How do I calculate powers and exponents?
Use the key. Example: enter 2, press , enter 5, then press =.
What does ln mean?
ln means natural logarithm, which is the logarithm with base e.
Does this calculator support trigonometry?
Yes. It supports sin, cos, and tan, and it interprets the input angle in degrees.
Can I use keyboard shortcuts?
Yes. Click the calculator first, then use number keys, operators, Enter, C, and Backspace.