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Perimeter Calculator

Find perimeter or circumference for rectangles, squares, triangles, circles, and regular polygons.

Clear formulas
Educational steps
Detail breakdown

Boundary-length tool for common plane figures with the formula line echoed in details.

Limitation: Educational geometry.

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How to Use the Perimeter Calculator

Boundary-length tool for common plane figures with the formula line echoed in details.

1

Open the Perimeter calculator and read field labels.

Match the mode

Educational geometry.

What It Calculates

Boundary-length tool for common plane figures with the formula line echoed in details.

Worked Examples

Rectangle 8 × 5

Inputs

shape:rectangle
length:8
width:5

Result

26

2(8+5) = 26.

3-4-5 triangle

Inputs

shape:triangle
sideA:3
sideB:4
sideC:5

Result

12

3+4+5 = 12.

Circle r = 3

Inputs

shape:circle
radius:3

Result

≈18.849

2π × 3 ≈ 18.849.

Check your mode

Educational geometry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Results keep the precision shown on the page unless the engine requires integers.

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Formulas

Standard definitions with assumptions noted below.

Formula

C ​=​ 2πr

Scientific Background

Standard geometry definitions with assumptions stated on-page. Educational only—not professional certification.

Sources & review

Perimeter Calculator documents the references behind its formulas and assumptions. Always treat results as educational estimates, not personalized professional advice.

Last reviewed

July 22, 2026

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