Decimal to Fraction Calculator
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Decimal to Fraction Calculator – Features & How to Use Guide
Key Features
Accurate Decimal-to-Fraction Conversion – Uses a precise mathematical algorithm to convert decimals into fractions.
Simplification – Automatically reduces fractions to their simplest form (e.g., 4/8 becomes 1/2).
Handles Negative Numbers – Correctly processes negative decimal inputs.
Whole Number Detection – Identifies if the input is a whole number (e.g., 5 converts to 5/1).
How to Use the Calculator
Step 1: Enter a Decimal Number
- Type any decimal value (e.g.,
0.75,2.5,-0.333). - You can use up to 15 decimal places for precision.
Step 2: Click “Convert to Fraction”
- Press the button or hit Enter on your keyboard.
Step 3: View Results
- Fraction Result – The exact fraction equivalent.
- Simplified – The fraction is reduced to its simplest form.
Example Conversions
| Decimal Input | Fraction Result | Simplified |
|---|---|---|
0.5 | 5/10 | 1/2 |
0.75 | 75/100 | 3/4 |
1.25 | 125/100 | 5/4 |
-0.6 | -6/10 | -3/5 |
2.0 | 2/1 | 2/1 (whole number) |
Tips for Best Results
✔ For repeating decimals (e.g., 0.333…The calculator approximates the closest fraction.
✔ For very large decimals, simplification ensures readability.
✔ Negative values are displayed with a minus sign (e.g., -3/5).