gnome-calculator

Launch the GNOME Calculator GUI

$ gnome-calculator

$ gnome-calculator --solve [2^5 * 2 + 5]

$ gnome-calculator --version

gnome-calculator

The gnome-calculator command launches the GNOME desktop environment's graphical calculator application.
It offers various modes including basic, advanced, financial, and programming, allowing users to perform a wide array of calculations.
It's a user-friendly tool suitable for both simple arithmetic and more complex operations, featuring a clear interface and intuitive controls.
The calculator supports features like memory functions, trigonometric operations, logarithms, exponents, and more, depending on the selected mode.

gnome-calculator relies on the GNOME desktop environment. If GNOME is not installed or running, launching the command might fail or produce unexpected results. It requires a graphical display to operate.

The calculator supports multiple modes, including Basic, Advanced, Financial, and Programming. Each mode provides a different set of functions and features optimized for specific types of calculations.

gnome-calculator depends on the GNOME libraries and desktop environment. Ensure that these dependencies are met before attempting to run the calculator.

While not offering extensive customization, the calculator does allow users to select a preferred mode and utilizes system-wide theming for visual appearance.

GNOME Calculator has been a part of the GNOME desktop environment since its early days.
It has evolved over time with updates and feature enhancements, reflecting the development of the GNOME project itself.
Originally designed to provide a basic calculator function, it has grown to include more features and functionality, keeping pace with user needs and expectations.
Its easy accessibility has made it a widely used tool for users across various Linux distributions.

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