Desmos Graphing Calculator
A graphing calculator good enough that people make art with it — type a function and drag its parameters about.
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How to get the most from it
Desmos Graphing Calculator sits in Science Toys under Learn, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful, brainy and beautiful.
About this category: Simulations you can meddle with: orbits, evolution, chemistry, cellular automata. Understanding through interference rather than through reading.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- Getting something practical done
- Giving your brain a workout
- Looking at something lovely
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Desmos Graphing Calculator: quick answers
Is Desmos Graphing Calculator free?
Yes. Desmos Graphing Calculator is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Desmos Graphing Calculator?
No. You can use Desmos Graphing Calculator without signing up for anything.
Does Desmos Graphing Calculator work on a phone?
Yes. Desmos Graphing Calculator works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Desmos Graphing Calculator safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Desmos Graphing Calculator take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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