(Step-by-Step Instructions for Seniors)

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🧮 What Is the Calculator App?

Windows 11 includes a built-in calculator.

You can use it for:

• Adding and subtracting
• Balancing a checkbook
• Calculating tips
• Figuring out percentages
• Converting measurements

It works just like a handheld calculator.

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🟦 How to Open the Calculator

Method 1 – Using Search

1. Click the Start button.
2. Type Calculator.
3. Click it.

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Method 2 – Keyboard Shortcut

Press:

Windows key + R
Type:

calc

Press Enter.

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🟦 Basic Calculator Mode

When it opens, it usually shows:

Standard mode

You can:

• Click numbers with your mouse
• Or type numbers using your keyboard

Press:

• • for addition
  • for subtraction
• × for multiplication
• ÷ for division

Press = to see the answer.

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🟦 Using Percentages

Example:

To calculate 15% of 100:

1. Type 100
2. Press ×
3. Type 15
4. Press %

You will see 15.

Very helpful for tips or discounts.

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🟦 Other Useful Modes

Click the three lines (menu) in the top-left corner.

You can choose:

• Scientific
• Programmer
• Date calculation
• Unit conversion

Most seniors only need Standard or Unit Conversion.

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🟦 Converting Units

Click Unit conversion.

You can convert:

• Inches to feet
• Pounds to kilograms
• Fahrenheit to Celsius
• Miles to kilometers

Select the category and type your number.

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💡 Confidence Tip for Seniors

The calculator is always available.

You do not need a separate device.

It’s simple, reliable, and safe to use.

If you close it, you can always open it again.