Circle Equation Calculator

Enter center h.
Enter center k.
units
Enter radius in units.
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Circle Equation: calculate results from explicit inputs, with a formula and worked example.

Formula

(x−h)²+(y−k)²=r²; general coefficients D=−2h, E=−2k, F=h²+k²−r²

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • Center h: 3
  • Center k: 4
  • Radius: 5 units

Center (3,4), radius 5 gives (x−3)²+(y−4)²=25.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter center h, center k, radius. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

(x−h)²+(y−k)²=r²; general coefficients D=−2h, E=−2k, F=h²+k²−r². Euclidean geometry. Use one consistent length unit; areas and volumes use its square and cube. Degenerate shapes are rejected. Very thin shapes may lose floating-point precision.

Why might a rounded result differ?

The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.

Are my inputs saved online?

No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.

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