Triangle Area Calculator

Easily calculate the area of a triangle by entering its base and height. Visualize the triangle and copy the result with a click!

Base

units

Height

units

Area: square units

Triangle Visualization

Enter base and height to visualize triangle

Understanding Triangle Area

The area of a triangle is the amount of space enclosed within its three sides. It's a fundamental concept in geometry, used in various fields from construction to computer graphics.

Formula

The area of a triangle is calculated using the formula: $$ Area = \frac{1}{2} \times base \times height $$

Base (b): The base of the triangle is the length of one of its sides, typically the bottom side.
Height (h): The height is the perpendicular distance from the base to the opposite vertex (corner).

This calculator simplifies the process of finding the area, providing instant results and a visual representation of the triangle.

Learn more about triangle area on Wikipedia.