Does Windows Calculator simplify fractions?

No, it only works with decimals.

Can I use the keyboard?

Yes, type 1/2+3/4 and press Enter in Scientific mode.

Does Excel do fractions?

Yes, format cells as Fraction to display results like 1 1/4.

Fractions on Windows Calculator

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): The Windows Calculator has no fraction format, so enter each fraction as a division. In Scientific mode, use parentheses: ( 1 ÷ 2 ) + ( 3 ÷ 4 ) = gives 1.25. Standard mode calculates as you type, which can change the result of longer expressions, so Scientific mode is safer. For exact answers like 5/4 with steps, use the fraction calculator above.

Do it now, right here

Type the top and bottom number of each fraction. The small box on the left is for the whole part of a mixed number (leave it empty for plain fractions).

Step by step

Open Calculator and switch to Scientific.
Type each fraction in parentheses: (1 ÷ 2).
Combine them and press =; the answer is a decimal.

At a glance

Mode	Typing 1 ÷ 2 + 3 ÷ 4	Note
Scientific	1.25	Follows the order of operations
Standard	Can differ on longer chains	Calculates step by step
Fraction calculator above	5/4 = 1 1/4 = 1.25	Exact, with steps

How to enter fractions in the Windows Calculator

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Step by step

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