SAS Triangle Area Calculator

Enter side a.
Enter side b.
°
Enter included angle in °.
Math

Calculate sas triangle area with explicit inputs and a worked example.

Formula

A = ab sin(C)/2

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • Side a: 3
  • Side b: 4
  • Included angle: 90 °

Sides 3 and 4 enclosing 90° give an area of 6.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter side a, side b, included angle. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

A = ab sin(C)/2. Follow the units and definitions shown with the inputs to apply this relationship consistently.

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.

Check the assumptions and units before using this result. Read about calculation methods.