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Golden Ratio Calculator

Split a length into its golden ratio sections (φ ≈ 1.618) — used in art, architecture, and design.

Smaller Golden Section (B = A / φ)
61.803
Larger Golden Section (Total = A × φ)
161.803
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Golden Ratio (φ) Mathematics

Golden ratio calculator splits a length into its golden ratio sections using φ ≈ 1.618, commonly used in art, architecture, and design.

Standardized Mathematical Formula
φ = (1 + √5) / 2 ≈ 1.6180339887

The golden ratio splits a length A into a smaller section B and a larger total, such that the ratio of the whole to the larger part equals the ratio of the larger part to the smaller part.

Variables:
A:The base/reference length
φ (phi):The golden ratio constant, ≈1.618
How It Works (Step-by-Step)
  • 1Enter a base length A.
  • 2View the smaller golden section (A ÷ φ) and the larger total (A × φ).
Real-World Numerical Example
Golden Ratio Sections of 100

Split a base length of 100 units using the golden ratio.

•Smaller section: 100 ÷ φ = 100 ÷ 1.618034 ≈ 61.803.
•Larger total: 100 × φ = 100 × 1.618034 ≈ 161.803.
Result: The smaller golden section is about 61.803 and the larger total is about 161.803.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

φ (phi) ≈ 1.6180339887 — an irrational number defined as (1 + √5) / 2.

It appears in classical architecture, art composition, typography, and photography (as an alternative to the rule of thirds), as well as naturally in phenomena like nautilus shells and flower petal arrangements.

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