Scale Factor Calculator
Calculate the scale factor between two similar shapes or figures. Enter the original and new dimensions to find the scale factor, or enter a scale factor to convert dimensions.
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- 1 Enter the requested data in the fields above carefully.
- 2 Click the calculate button to process the information instantly.
- 3 Analyze the detailed result and the formula explanation presented below.
- 4 You can print, share, or even embed the calculator on your own site for free.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A scale factor is a number that scales, or multiplies, some quantity. In geometry, it is the ratio of the length of a side of an image to the length of the corresponding side of the original figure.
To find the scale factor, divide the new dimension by the original dimension. For example, if the original length is 10 and the new length is 20, the scale factor is 20/10 = 2.
Yes, a scale factor less than 1 indicates a reduction (the new figure is smaller). A scale factor greater than 1 indicates an enlargement.
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