Entering Calculations

Moffsoft FreeCalc allows you to enter calculations with the mouse or the keyboard. The algebraic input logic works like most hand-held calculators. Following are some common calculation examples:

To add two numbers:

1.

Enter the first number. (Assumes positive unless negative sign is entered first.)

2.

Enter +

3.

Enter the second number.

4.

Press the Equals {=} button.

For example, to add the numbers 2 and 3, enter:

2 + 3 =

The result is 5.

To subtract one number from another:

1.

Enter the first number.

2.

Enter -

3.

Enter the number you want to subtract.

4.

Press the Equals {=} button.

For example, to subtract 3 from 5, enter:

5 - 3 =

The result is 2.

To multiply two numbers:

1.

Enter the first number.

2.

Enter ´

3.

Enter the second number.

4.

Press the Equals {=} button.

For example, to multiply the numbers 2 and 3, enter:

2 ´ 3 =

The result is 6.

To divide one number by another:

1.

Enter the first number.

2.

Enter ¸

3.

Enter the number you want to divide by.

4.

Press the Equals {=} button.

For example, to divide 6 by 3, enter:

6 ¸ 3 =

The result is 2.

To combine operators:

Moffsoft FreeCalc displays a running subtotal each time you enter an operator, so there is no operator precedence. For example, when you enter the following:

3 + 2 ´ 4 =

The 3 and 2 are added together first, resulting in 5. The 5 is then multiplied by 4 to result in 20.

See also:

Using the Keyboard