What this tool is for
Distance Calculator is built for math checking inside math calculators when you need to finds distance between two coordinates. It focuses on distance instead of making you adapt a broad calculator to a narrow task.
When to use it
Use it when x1, y1, and x2 are already known and you want a fast estimate before comparing options, checking a worksheet, or copying the result into another workflow.
Inputs
- x1 is one of the direct inputs used to calculate distance.
- y1 is one of the direct inputs used to calculate distance.
- x2 is one of the direct inputs used to calculate distance.
- y2 is one of the direct inputs used to calculate distance.
Formula
distance = sqrt((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2)
Example
(0,0) to (3,4) is 5.
What the result means
The result labeled "Distance" is the direct output of distance = sqrt((x2 - x1)^2 + (y2 - y1)^2). In the worked example, (0,0) to (3,4) is 5.
Before you rely on the result
Check the inputs and formula before using the result in homework, engineering, finance, or scientific work.