How to Use an Android Calculator

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Having a calculator ready is quite useful in a pinch for spur of the moment calculations. Fortunately, Android has one built-in that's easy to quickly access. This article will guide you to use the stock Android calculator with ease.

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Opening Android Calculator

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Open the 'App Drawer' from the home screen.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Select the calculator app from the 'App Drawer'.
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Using the Calculator

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Type in whatever calculation you need.
    You can also click "delete" ('C' Button) to fix any mistakes.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Click the menu...
    Click the menu button and select "Advanced Panel" for more options or swipe from right to left to open the scientific calculator. Some advanced stock Android calculators can be switched to scientific calculator by swiping as well.
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Perform any advanced calculations by using operations like cos and tan.
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    How do you write fractions?
    How.com.vn English: Wing Hong Chan
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    Many calculator apps can't do this. I recommend that you convert to decimals.
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    What is the sequence to use Tan?
    How.com.vn English: Sophie Walford
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    If your Android system is up to date, you simply go onto the calculator application, then tap the rotate symbol, and Tan is right there on the keypad.
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    How can I get a calculator on my phone?
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    Install it from your respective downloading app. It could be App Store or Play Store. It depends on if you're using Android or iOS.
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      Warnings

      • For more advanced functions, like graphing, you'll need another calculator app.
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