Triangle Area Calculator

Enter the base and height of a triangle to calculate its area.

Result will appear here.
Metric Value

Formula used: (base × height) / 2

Privacy: calculations run locally in your browser. No values are stored or transmitted.

How it works

Triangle area formula:
Area = (base × height) / 2

Examples

  • base = 10, height = 6 → area = 30
  • base = 5.5, height = 8 → area = 22

FAQ

  • What is the formula for the area of a triangle?

    Area = (base × height) / 2.

  • Can base or height be decimal values?

    Yes. The calculator supports decimal values for both base and height.

  • Can the values be negative?

    No. Triangle dimensions should be non-negative. The calculator will reject negative values.

  • Are my values stored?

    No. Calculations run locally in your browser and are not stored or transmitted.

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