Fraction Calculator

Add, subtract, multiply, divide fractions with simplification and decimal conversion.

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Enter fractions and select an operation to calculate.

What is a Fraction Calculator?

A fraction calculator performs arithmetic operations on fractions. It adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides fractions, showing step-by-step workings and simplifying results automatically.

This tool features:

  • Four operations — Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions.
  • Simplification — Results are automatically reduced to lowest terms.
  • Step-by-step — Shows the calculation steps for each operation.
  • Conversions — See results as fraction, decimal, and percentage.

How to Use

  1. Enter fractions — Type the numerator and denominator for each fraction.
  2. Choose operation — Select add, subtract, multiply, or divide from the dropdown.
  3. View result — The simplified fraction, decimal, and percentage appear instantly with steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you add fractions?

Find a common denominator, then add the numerators. For example, 1/2 + 1/3 = 3/6 + 2/6 = 5/6.

How do you divide fractions?

Multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, 1/2 ÷ 1/3 = 1/2 × 3/1 = 3/2.

What is fraction simplification?

Simplification reduces a fraction to its lowest terms by dividing both numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. All processing happens entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server.