A Built-in Calculator Right on Your iPhone Keyboard: A Quick Guide

We know iOS 18 has had a few hiccups for some iPhone users, but let's focus on the good stuff! One of the coolest new features is the built-in calculator in your keyboard. Yep, you heard that right! Just type out your math problem in any text field, and it'll give you the answer. No more switching between apps to grab a calculator. Let's dive in and see how it works!

iOS 18: A Built-in Calculator Right on Your Keyboard

Want to use the new calculator in your iOS 18 keyboard? Here's a quick setup! Go to Settings > General > Keyboard, then turn on "Show Math Results." Now, whenever you're typing in a text field, switch to your English keyboard, type your equation, and hit equals! Your answer will pop right up.

What's more, you can choose to keep just the equation, just the answer, or both! No need to switch to a calculator app for every little calculation.

But wait, there's more! This isn't just for simple addition and subtraction. You can also tackle trig functions, exponents, and more! While it might not replace a scientific calculator for super complex equations, it's perfect for those quick calculations you need on the go.

There you have it! You've just set up the new calculator feature on your iOS 18 keyboard. If it's not working for you, make sure you've enabled "Show Math Results" in your settings. This handy feature will help you with all your math needs.