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Triangle Angle Calculator

Updated May 23, 2026 By Jehan Wadia
Triangle Diagram
α β γ c a b
Configuration
Which angle is known?
Measurements
Opposite angle α
Opposite angle β
Opposite angle γ

Solved Triangle
Angle α
Angle β
Angle γ
Side a
Side b
Side c
Derived Properties
Perimeter
Area
Semi-perimeter (s)
Inradius
Circumradius
Triangle Type (angles)
Triangle Type (sides)
Height (to side a)
Step-by-Step Solution

Introduction

A triangle always has three angles that add up to 180 degrees. If you know some of the sides or angles, you can find the rest. This triangle angle calculator does that work for you. Enter the values you know — like three sides (SSS), two sides and an angle (SAS), or two angles and a side (ASA) — and the tool solves for every missing angle and side. It also gives you the area, perimeter, triangle type, and a step-by-step solution so you can see exactly how each answer was found.

How to Use Our Triangle Angle Calculator

Enter the sides and angles you know about your triangle, and this calculator will find all missing angles, sides, area, perimeter, and other properties instantly.

Given: Pick what information you already have. Choose "3 sides" if you know all three side lengths, "2 sides and 1 angle" if you know two sides and one angle, "2 angles and 1 side" if you know two angles and one side, or "2 angles only" if you just know two angles.

Known Angle: When you pick "2 sides and 1 angle," use this dropdown to tell the calculator which angle you know. Choose α, β, or γ depending on which angle is between your two known sides.

Angle Unit: Select whether your angles are in degrees, radians, or gradians. The calculator will convert all results to match your choice.

Angle α: Enter the angle at vertex A. This is the angle opposite side a.

Angle β: Enter the angle at vertex B. This is the angle opposite side b.

Angle γ: Enter the angle at vertex C. This is the angle opposite side c.

Side a: Enter the length of side a, which sits across from angle α.

Side b: Enter the length of side b, which sits across from angle β.

Side c: Enter the length of side c, which sits across from angle γ.

Calculate: Click this button to solve the triangle. The calculator will show all three angles, all three sides, a solved triangle diagram, and properties like area, perimeter, inradius, circumradius, and triangle type. A step-by-step solution explains the math used.

Reset: Click this button to clear all fields and start over with a new triangle.

Triangle Angle Calculator

A triangle is a shape with three straight sides and three angles. The three angles of any triangle always add up to 180 degrees. If you know some sides or angles, you can find the rest using math rules like the Law of Cosines and the Law of Sines. You can also use our dedicated Law of Cosines Calculator or Law of Sines Calculator to work through those formulas individually.

How Triangles Work

Each angle in a triangle sits across from a side. The biggest angle is always across from the longest side, and the smallest angle is across from the shortest side. If you know at least three pieces of information (with at least one side), you can solve the entire triangle — meaning you can find every missing angle and side. For calculations involving specific trigonometric functions, our Trig Calculator can help you evaluate sine, cosine, and tangent values.

Types of Triangles by Angles

  • Acute triangle: All three angles are less than 90°.
  • Right triangle: One angle is exactly 90°. If you're working specifically with a right triangle, our Right Triangle Calculator provides specialized tools for that case.
  • Obtuse triangle: One angle is greater than 90°.

Types of Triangles by Sides

  • Equilateral: All three sides are equal. All angles are 60°.
  • Isosceles: Two sides are equal. The two angles across from those sides are also equal.
  • Scalene: All three sides are different lengths. All three angles are different too.

Key Formulas Used

The Law of Cosines helps when you know three sides (SSS) or two sides and the angle between them (SAS). It works like this: c² = a² + b² − 2ab·cos(γ). The Law of Sines says that a/sin(α) = b/sin(β) = c/sin(γ). This is useful when you know two angles and a side (ASA or AAS). If you need to find the area of your triangle separately, try our Triangle Area Calculator.

Triangle Inequality Rule

Not every set of three numbers can form a triangle. The sum of any two sides must be greater than the third side. For example, sides of 2, 3, and 10 cannot make a triangle because 2 + 3 = 5, which is less than 10. Understanding these geometric relationships also connects to broader concepts like finding the distance between points, calculating arc lengths, or working with other shapes such as a hexagon or rectangle. For general area and perimeter problems across different shapes, you can also use our Area Calculator or Perimeter Calculator.


Frequently asked questions

What does SSS, SAS, ASA, and AAS mean?

SSS means you know all three sides. SAS means you know two sides and the angle between them. ASA means you know two angles and the side between them. AAS means you know two angles and a side that is not between them. Each one tells the calculator what math rule to use to solve your triangle.

Can I find side lengths if I only know two angles?

No. Two angles let you find the third angle, but you cannot find exact side lengths without knowing at least one side. The calculator will solve all three angles and tell you the shape of the triangle, but side lengths will show as unknown.

What is the difference between degrees, radians, and gradians?

They are three different ways to measure angles. A full circle is 360 degrees, 2π radians (about 6.2832), or 400 gradians. Most people use degrees. The calculator lets you pick any unit, and all results will match your choice.

Which angle is α, β, and γ?

Angle α (alpha) is at the bottom-left corner of the diagram, opposite side a. Angle β (beta) is at the bottom-right corner, opposite side b. Angle γ (gamma) is at the top corner, opposite side c. You can click on the triangle diagram to select each one.

Why does the calculator say my sides do not form a valid triangle?

This happens when the triangle inequality rule is broken. The sum of any two sides must be greater than the third side. For example, sides 1, 2, and 5 do not work because 1 + 2 = 3, which is less than 5.

What is the inradius?

The inradius is the radius of the largest circle that fits inside the triangle. It touches all three sides. The calculator finds it by dividing the triangle's area by its semi-perimeter.

What is the circumradius?

The circumradius is the radius of the circle that passes through all three corners of the triangle. The formula is (a × b × c) ÷ (4 × area).

What is the semi-perimeter?

The semi-perimeter is half the perimeter. If you add all three sides and divide by 2, you get the semi-perimeter. It is used in formulas for area, inradius, and other triangle properties.

How does the calculator find the area?

It uses Heron's formula. First it finds the semi-perimeter (s). Then the area equals √(s × (s−a) × (s−b) × (s−c)). This works for any triangle when all three sides are known.

What does "Height to side a" mean?

It is the perpendicular distance from the vertex opposite side a down to side a. Think of it as how tall the triangle is when side a is the base. The formula is (2 × area) ÷ a.

Can I enter decimal or fractional side lengths?

Yes. You can enter decimals like 3.5 or 12.75. The calculator accepts any positive number for side lengths.

Why are some input fields grayed out?

Grayed-out fields are not needed for your chosen mode. For example, if you pick SSS (3 sides), the angle fields are disabled because you only need to enter side lengths. Switch the mode to enable different fields.

What happens if my two angles add up to 180 degrees or more?

The calculator will show an error. All three angles of a triangle must be positive, and they must add up to exactly 180 degrees. If two angles already reach 180 or more, there is no room for a third angle, so no triangle exists.

Does this calculator work for right triangles?

Yes. Enter a 90-degree angle along with your known sides or angles, and the calculator solves it like any other triangle. It will also label the result as a right triangle under the triangle type.

How accurate are the results?

Angles are shown to 2 decimal places and side lengths to 4 decimal places. The calculator uses standard floating-point math, which is accurate enough for homework, engineering, and everyday use.

What if I enter all three angles and they do not add up to 180 degrees?

The calculator will show an error saying the angles must sum to 180 degrees (or the equivalent in radians or gradians). Fix your values so they add up correctly, then try again.

Can I switch angle units after entering values?

Yes. When you change the angle unit dropdown, the calculator automatically converts any angle values you already entered to the new unit. Your numbers will update on their own.