Perimeter Of Polygon Calculator
Last updated: July 2026 · Free · No sign-up required
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What the Perimeter Of Polygon Calculator does
Every result on this page comes from a real formula — P = n × a; apothem = a ÷ (2tan(π÷n)); A = P × apothem ÷ 2 — computed live in your browser the moment you press the button.
Scroll past the calculator for a quick-reference table, a step-by-step methodology with a fully worked example, and answers to the questions people most often ask about perimeter of polygon calculator.
Quick reference
| Polygon (side 5) | Perimeter | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle (3) | 15 | 10.83 |
| Square (4) | 20 | 25 |
| Hexagon (6) | 30 | 64.95 |
| Octagon (8) | 40 | 120.71 |
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Below the calculator we link a small set of plain-English explainer pages — "What is a percentage?", "Why does PEMDAS matter?", and so on. They cover the underlying concept in 4–6 short paragraphs. Read those before the calculator if the topic is new, or after if you want the extra context.
Interpretation guide
| Output | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Perimeter | Total edge length — fencing/trim needed |
| Apothem | Centre to edge midpoint — key to area |
| Interior angle | (n−2)×180÷n — corner angle for cuts |
Formula & methodology
Formula: P = n × a; apothem = a ÷ (2tan(π÷n)); A = P × apothem ÷ 2
- Enter the number of sides n (3 or more) and the side length a.
- Perimeter is simply n × a.
- The apothem a÷(2tan(π÷n)) and area P×apothem÷2 are computed for the same shape.
- The interior angle (n−2)×180÷n helps with mitre cuts.
Example: a hexagon with side 5 → P = 30, apothem 4.33, area 64.95, corners 120°.