Fraction Calculator with Steps
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions or mixed numbers with exact reduced results and step-by-step work.
Fractions Calculator
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions. Mixed numbers and signs supported. Result is reduced.
Operands
Negative signs go on the whole or the numerator, not the denominator.
Result
Pick an operation and tap Calculate.
How to use the fractions calculator
Use the fraction calculator for arithmetic with proper fractions, improper fractions, and mixed numbers. Results are reduced exactly and shown in multiple forms.
- Enter whole numbers, numerators, and denominators.
- Choose add, subtract, multiply, or divide.
- Review the exact fraction, mixed-number form, decimal, and reduction steps.
Formula or method
For addition: a/b + c/d = (ad + bc) / bd, then reduce the fraction.
Worked examples
Add fractions
Problem: 1/2 + 1/3
Solution: 1*3 + 1*2 over 2*3 = 5/6.
Divide fractions
Problem: 1/2 ÷ 1/3
Solution: Multiply by the reciprocal: 1/2 * 3/1 = 3/2.